HR Business Partner
Location: Swords. Co. Dublin, Ireland
About the company:
SK pharmteco is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with state-of-the-art facilities in Korea, US, France and Ireland. We are part of SK Inc., a Korean company with revenues of $99 billion in 2023. Our mission is to ‘produce and deliver life-changing therapies that improve patient outcomes and save lives’. The SK pharmteco Small Molecule, Europe, facility located in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland has led the way in the development, scale-up and commercial manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Chemical
Intermediates for over 60 years. With a talented workforce, exceptional technical capabilities and facilities we have made some of the world’s most important medicines and continue to do so. Further information on SK pharmteco can be found at www.skpharmteco.com
Current Need:
The HR team are seeking a forward-thinking HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team at the Swords Campus. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering our people strategy, with a particular focus on Learning & Development (L&D) to build capability, enhance engagement, and drive organisational performance. The HRBP will partner closely with leaders to design and implement initiatives that strengthen our culture, develop our talent pipeline, and support the achievement of business goals.
Essential Responsibilities:
Learning & Development Leadership
- Lead the L&D agenda across the site, developing and implementing learning strategies that build leadership capability, technical excellence, and continuous growth.
- Partner with leaders to identify skill gaps, design targeted development plans, and promote a culture of learning and career progression.
- Oversee delivery of training and development programs, including onboarding, leadership development, and succession planning.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of L&D initiatives and continuously improve programs based on business needs and feedback.
Strategic HR & Business Partnership
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, supporting the delivery of strategic people initiatives aligned with organisational objectives.
- Lead or co-lead areas of strategic focus such as Culture & Engagement, Capability Planning, and Change Management.
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning and talent management strategies to ensure readiness for future growth.
Employee & Industrial Relations
- Provide expert coaching and advice on all employee and industrial relations matters, ensuring compliance with legislation and alignment with company policies.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with union representatives and maintain a proactive employee relations culture.
- Manage ER/IR cases end-to-end, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
Talent, Engagement & Culture
- Drive initiatives that enhance engagement, inclusion, and employee experience.
- Support leaders in performance management, recognition, and succession planning.
- Act as a champion for company culture and values, enabling a positive and high-performing workplace.
Reporting & Compliance
- Provide HR data, insights, and reports to support informed decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with all HR policies and legal requirements.
- Manage HR budgets effectively, ensuring value and accountability.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner or equivalent role.
- Strong background in Learning & Development with demonstrated success in designing and delivering impactful programs.
- In-depth knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
- Strong coaching, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
Other Benefits Include:
- Excellent opportunities for career enhancement and personal development.
- Competitive base salary.
- Annual bonus linked to business results.
- A well-established further education program.
- Pension scheme.
- Private healthcare.
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