An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Human Resources Department for a Senior HR Business Partner. The purpose of this role is to assist the Director of Human Resources and Organisation Development (Director of HR & OD) in developing a high quality, effective and efficient Human Resources Management function, which actively contributes to the strategic development of the organisation, a highly productive workforce and the achievement of a positive employee relations environment. 

Working closely with the Director of HR & OD, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing a comprehensive Human Resources Service at both operational level to management and staff in the organisation. 

The key areas of responsibility are Change Management, Recruitment and Retention, Workforce Planning, Training and Development, Performance Management, Employee Relations, HR Administration/HR Metrics and Policy Development and Research.

Qualifications:

Essential Criteria:

· Strong background/experience in Human Resources at management level.

· At least five years relevant work experience, preferably in a large health sector organisation.

· Experience of effective management of a HR Team.

· Possess expert knowledge of employee relation issues, and resolution mechanisms/employment legal framework.

· Relevant Third Level Qualification, to include Human Resources.

Desirable Criteria:

· Public Sector experience at management level.

· A post graduate qualification; CIPD qualification.

Key Knowledge & Skills:

· Dynamic and versatile senior HR professional with highly developed communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills.

· Demonstrates self-awareness with a compassionate leadership style that encourages team members to self-evaluate.

· Ability to influence in a positive manner and challenge the status quo.

· Demonstrate success in facilitating change management, problem solving, excellent facilitation and analytical skills.

What St. Michael’s House Offers:

· Opportunity to work in a modern, inclusive and friendly environment

· Continuous education and career pathway development.

· Pension and Sick Pay Scheme.

· Work/Life balance.

· Free on-site parking.

· Employee Wellbeing.

· Cycle to Work Scheme.

Informal enquires to Mark Keegan, Director of HR and OD at mark.keegan@smh.ie