Senior HR Business Partner

Senior HR Business Partner

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You will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing HR initiatives that support our organizational goals

Join Our Team as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner

About Us

At KARE, we are committed to fostering a workplace where our mission, vision, and values are at the forefront of everything we do. We are looking for a passionate Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our team and drive people-centric strategies that make a real impact.

About the Role

Are you ready to lead and innovate in HR? 

As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, working with the HR manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing HR initiatives that support our organizational goals. You will be responsible for enhancing our HR systems, fostering a positive work culture, and driving excellence in HRM—all while leading and mentoring a dedicated HR team.

About You:

To apply you must have the following:

• A third level qualification in human resources
• A minimum of five years’ experience working in human resources
• Previous team management experience
• A full driver’s licence and access to your own vehicle
• A comprehensive knowledge of Irish employment law
• Experience in leading change initiatives.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Computer literate with competency in MS Office 
• Excellent report writing skills.

It is desirable that you have:

• Experience of the not-for-profit sector
• CIPD membership

The Key Responsibilities of the Role are:

- Transform HR Systems & Processes: Design and implement innovative HR systems aligned with our mission and values.

- Foster a Thriving Culture: Promote continuous improvement, staff development, and retention strategies.

- Enhance Communication: Facilitate effective two-way communication, ensuring a positive and collaborative work environment.

- Drive Performance Management: Oversee recruitment, support line managers with performance and disciplinary processes, and address HR issues promptly.

- Champion Employee Relations: Conduct employee investigations, deliver HR training programs, and collaborate on staff induction and training.

- Optimize HR Information Systems: Manage and develop HR systems to improve information recording and reporting.

- Stay up to date with Legislation: Keep updated on employment laws and best practices.

- Lead and Develop the HR Team: Inspire, mentor, and develop a team of HR professionals to achieve departmental goals.

Additional Responsibilities

- Employee Engagement: Implement initiatives to boost engagement and satisfaction.

- Succession Planning: Develop succession plans to ensure a robust talent pipeline.

- Compensation & Benefits: Provide guidance on compensation strategies and benefits administration.

- Workforce Planning: Assist in aligning talent needs with business goals.

- Health & Well-being: Promote employee well-being programs.

- Diversity & Inclusion: Support initiatives to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.

- Change Management: Lead and support HR change initiatives.

What We Offer

- Working Week - 35 hour working week Monday to Friday (flexible start and finish times available)

- Competitive Salary: €55,548 - €66,642 (LSI) DOE (HSE Scale Grade VI). Subject to annual increments and public sector pay awards.

- Defined Contribution Pension: Employer contributes 7% of salary

- 32 Days Annual Leave

- Paid Sick Leave: 3 months full and 3 months half pay subject to service

- Critical Illness Cover: Paid sick leave extended to 6 months full and 6 months half pay for critical illness.

- Life Insurance Cover: 3 times salary

- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing learning and development.

- Hybrid and Flexible Working Options

- Family Friendly Leave

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Supportive Environment: A positive workplace culture that values your contributions.

Join Us

If you are ready to take on a dynamic role that offers both challenge and reward, we invite you to apply. Become a key player in shaping our organization’s future and fostering a supportive, innovative workplace.

Please send your CV and a cover letter to  by Friday 14th June 2024.

Informal enquiries to Austin O'Sullivan, HR Manager, on