We have an exceptional opportunity for a HR professional to join us as our Head of HR in Ireland.Working closely with the Managing Director, you will be responsible for both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Your focus will be to enable Sodexo's performance through high quality HR service delivery, leadership, and collaboration with other functions across the country.You will contribute to HR services leadership and run HR services across the country, with a particular focus on building the performance of the Country Leadership Committee.This is an exciting opportunity for a senior HR Practitioner looking to take their career to the next level and make an impact in a fast-growing organisation with global reach and impact. The is role is perfect for a HR professional with significant experience in the field, who has already delivered exceptional results heading a countrywide HR function in a large high-performance organisation.About the roleTo provide strategic leadership and direction to the Country HR function. To devise and deliver a HR strategy to add value and achieve business KPIs.Set and align the people change agenda in the context of country and segment priorities. Lead the HR team to achieve business focussed objectivesEnsuring the environment is in place within the Region to deliver our promise of improving the Quality of Life of Sodexo’s employees for contributing to their engagement, retention, development, and productivityManaging the multiple interfaces with Segments/Service Operations/Functions to ensure their HR needs are fully understood and met in the countrySupporting HR transformation in the country, to enhance consistency, quality and cost efficiency of HR service deliveryHaving responsibility for HR in the country at regional level spanning more than 2,500 employees operating in complex and challenging environmentsImplementing HR strategic priorities at regional level, ensuring the needs of the segment are met whilst maintaining full alignment with Group HR strategic priorities & policiesWorking with the HRD to ensure timely implementation of talent processesBeing accountable, managing and monitoring the overall performance of country HR services teams, and ensuring the needs of segments, Service Operations and functions are met (according to SLAs)About youWith a passion for delivering HR services at a senior level, you possess strong leadership and team management skills. Your proficiency in stakeholder management and employee engagement strategies is complemented by your experience in HR transformation and strategic thinking. You demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders on succession planning, showcasing exceptional influencing skills and flexibility to travel as needed. Desirable qualifications include a Master's degree or equivalent in HR or CIPD membership.In return for your hard work and commitment, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, pus access to our range of benefits, including:Performance-related bonus Contributory pension scheme Company car allowanceLife assurance25 days holiday plus bank holidaysFlexible benefits fund to utilise across a range of benefits, including dental, gym memberships, retail & hospitality, etc.By joining Sodexo, you will be part of something greater, working in an environment that fosters innovation and supports your professional growth. Become a valued member of our team, where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
