HR Partner Ireland (FTC 12 months)
Dublin, Leinster Job ID R0174665 Category Corporate Functions Subcategory Corporate Functions Business Unit Global Manufacturing & Supply Job Type Full timeBy clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
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HR Partner Ireland (FTC 12 months)
You will be at the center of a highly collaborative People network, working closely with HR Site Leads, Labor Relations, the People Resource Hub, and Talent Acquisition. This is a broad, high-impact role across Baggot Street, Bray, City West, and Grange Castle, combining hands-on HR generalist support with project work that shapes and delivers the All-Ireland People Plan.
How you will contribute:
Partner with business leaders and HR teams to deliver People insights and translate data into actionable workforce solutions.
Lead employee relations matters including conflict resolution, performance management, restructuring, investigations, and risk-mitigated compliance.
Design and deliver consistent HR communications, policies, governance, and training materials to drive engagement and clarity across Ireland.
Oversee country-specific benefits programs, occupational health collaboration, wellness initiatives, and return-to-work/leave management processes.
Manage and contribute to talent management processes such as succession planning, performance cycles, compensation, onboarding, and learning alignment.
Support and coach managers on global and local people initiatives, HR responsibilities, and cross-functional projects.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and the People Resource Hub to support hiring strategies, employer branding, onboarding excellence, and effective issue resolution.
In this position you will report to the HR Site Lead Bray.
What you bring to Takeda:
Solid HR education foundation with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
Extensive HR Partner experience with more than seven years in HR partnering roles, including proven depth in a leadership or specialist capacity.
Strong employee relations expertise with a track record of handling complex cases and ensuring compliant, consistent outcomes.
Experience in complex organizations ideally within global matrix environments and preferably with exposure to manufacturing or site-based operations.
Project and program delivery capability able to lead initiatives end to end and drive measurable improvements.
Digital and systems fluency comfortable using modern HR tools and data, including AI-enabled solutions, plus practical working knowledge of platforms such as Workday, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.
High-impact personal effectiveness including clear and persuasive communication, strong analytical problem solving, excellent organization and prioritization, collaborative influencing, and adaptability in changing environments.
What we can offer you:
Employer funded private medical insurance with dependents’ cover
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Flexible working arrangements, e.g., hybrid work
26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones
Family friendly policies
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing and engagement teams
Employer life insurance contributions
Development opportunities
Educational programs and formal training
Coaching and mentoring
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Revenue approved profit share scheme
Humanitarian volunteering leave options
Employer funded income protection
On-Site Gym
Flexible employee funded options like Dental Insurance, Partner Life Insurance, Serious Illness Protection, Fuel Card, Bike to Work, Commuter Ticket, and Insurance Deals
Electric charging points available at parking locations
Takeda Resource Groups
About Us:
Takeda is focused on creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. We aim to discover and deliver life-transforming treatments in our core therapeutic and business areas, including gastrointestinal and inflammation, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience, and vaccines.
Takeda Ireland was established in 1997. Our story in Ireland is one of substantial growth, rapid change, and innovation. Over the past years, Takeda Ireland has invested over €55 million in Ireland to develop our manufacturing sites. Solidifying our commitment in our people and contributing to the local economy. Takeda in Ireland has commercial operations, corporate services, and manufacturing facilities across four locations: Baggot St, Bray, Citywest, and Grange Castle. We have been certified as Top Employer for several consecutive years.
How we will support you:
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