Senior HR Professional (Temporary)
About The Company
Our client is seeking an experienced HR professional for the below role.
They are based in East Galway and are preparing for important regulatory changes. This project is an opportunity to enhance their people practices and governance. You will be contributing to work with real national impact, partnering with committed colleagues, and gaining exposure to strategic HR initiatives in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Location: Oranmore, Co. Galway
Contract: 6-month temporary role (September 2026 – February 2027)
Working pattern: On-site; open to full-time and part-time candidates
Salary: €60,000–€65,000 pro rata
The Work
As Senior HR Professional, you will play a key role in ensuring the organisation is ready for the EU Pay Transparency Directive. You will lead and support the development of a practical and robust framework that aligns our HR structures, policies and processes with new regulatory requirements while promoting fairness and transparency.
- Design and support a comprehensive framework for compliance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive.
- Review and refine existing grading structures to ensure consistency, clarity and equity.
- Assess and update HR policies and governance arrangements related to pay and reward.
- Identify and evaluate risks associated with pay transparency and propose mitigation actions.
- Engage with key internal stakeholders, including senior leaders, to build understanding and buy-in.
- Prepare clear supporting documentation, guidance and tools to embed compliant practices.
- Use data and analytics to inform decision-making and monitor the effectiveness of proposed changes.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who combines strong technical knowledge with the ability to influence, communicate clearly and work confidently with senior stakeholders. You are comfortable leading complex projects, managing sensitive information and translating regulatory requirements into practical solutions.
- Relevant third-level qualification in HR, Employment Law, Business, Organisational Development or a related discipline.
- Significant experience across one or more of the following: HR, reward, organisational development, workforce planning, job evaluation, equality, governance and/or employment policy.
- Working knowledge of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and equal pay legislation or requirements.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and support evidence-based recommendations.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Advanced IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems.
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders, providing clear advice and influencing outcomes.
You will thrive in this role if you are proactive, detail-focused, comfortable with change, and committed to continuous learning and improvement in HR practice.
The Benefits
This temporary role offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to a high-impact project while developing your expertise in pay transparency and HR governance within a respected organisation.
- Competitive pro rata salary aligned with senior HR responsibilities.
- Opportunity to lead a strategic project with organisation-wide impact.
- Experience working closely with the Head of Human Resources and senior leadership.
- Exposure to regulatory compliance, equal pay initiatives and best-practice HR frameworks.
- Professional development through hands-on involvement in complex, forward-looking HR work.
- Flexibility to consider both full-time and part-time working arrangements.
