HR Business Partner – Manufacturing

The Role & What You Will Be Doing

Reporting to the Head of HR – Manufacturing, this is a strategic and hands-on role supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. The position is responsible for driving key people initiatives aligned with site and organisational objectives, within an HR model supported by Centres of Excellence (CoEs) and an HR Service Centre.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will work closely with local leadership to deliver high-impact workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement, and HR compliance. This position is based at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the Dublin area.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to site leadership, aligning people strategies with business objectives

• Lead workforce planning initiatives to ensure the right capabilities, structures, and talent pipelines are in place

• Partner with CoEs to execute HR programs effectively

Workforce Planning & Organisational Development

• Conduct regular workforce analysis to anticipate skills gaps and talent needs

• Drive strategic staffing plans, support restructuring, and guide organisational design

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and Talent CoEs to align hiring with workforce plans and future capabilities

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, engaging Legal as necessary

• Ensure site compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies

• Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance processes

Benefits & Total Rewards Support

• Serve as liaison between employees and the HR Service Centre for benefits-related queries

• Partner with the Compensation & Benefits CoE on local implementation of programs

• Provide guidance on benefits utilisation and eligibility

Talent Management & Development

• Facilitate performance management processes, including goal setting, development planning, and feedback

• Identify and address learning needs with targeted solutions

• Support succession planning and internal mobility initiatives

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Lead engagement initiatives and follow through on action planning

• Promote a culture of inclusivity, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Support communications and recognition programs to enhance morale and retention

Operational HR & Service Delivery

• Collaborate with the HR Service Centre to ensure accurate and efficient HR service delivery

• Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle changes in line with standard processes

• Monitor and analyse HR metrics to improve service delivery and employee experience

Skills & Experience

We are looking for a candidate who has the following qualifications and attributes:

• 3rd level qualification in Business, Human Resources, or a related discipline

• Proven HR experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or regulated environment

• Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, HR business partnering, and benefits support

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR operational processes

• Experience working within a shared services or CoE HR model (advantageous)

• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills

• Proficiency in MS Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint