Human Resources Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a strong HR Generalist looking to take the next step in their career and move into a standalone HR Manager position with an established and growing business based in Ashbourne.

Reporting to the Finance Director, with a dotted line to the CEO, you will take ownership of the day-to-day HR function, partnering with management and providing support across all areas of HR.

This is a hands-on and varied role offering genuine autonomy, exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape and develop HR practices within a progressive business with a strong track record of employee retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day HR function, ensuring policies and procedures are effectively implemented.
• Oversee the full recruitment and onboarding process.
• Provide advice and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management and employment matters.
• Manage disciplinary, grievance, attendance and performance-related issues.
• Support employee engagement, communication and learning and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Work closely with senior management on people-related matters and contribute to the ongoing development of the HR function.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced HR Generalist with broad exposure across the employee lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment legislation and employee relations.
• Confident advising and supporting managers across all levels.
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working independently.
• Approachable, commercially aware and solutions-focused.
• Ideally looking for the opportunity to step into their first standalone HR Manager role.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working.
• Genuine autonomy and ownership of the HR function.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership.
• A stable, progressive business with excellent staff retention.
• Long-term opportunity to develop and grow within the organisation.

Please contact Leonie Gleeson l.gleeson@brightwater.ie for a confidential discussion