Human Resources Business Partner

The ideal candidate will have experience in all areas related to the human resources field. They should be comfortable onboarding new candidates and collecting necessary background information as well as assisting employees while at work. This candidate should work closely with management in order to provide training for employees and establish ways to increase employee engagement. The EMEA HR Business Partner has a line reporting responsibility to the HR Country Manager in Ireland.The HR Business Partner has a dotted line reporting responsibility to the GM Europe.The position has a functional reporting responsibility to the Head of HR Western Europe.The EMEA HR Business Partner works closely with Business and Laboratory Managers for all ALS Mineral sites within Europe. Primary ObjectivesAdvise and support the General Manager on HR activities across IrelandCoordinate delivery from HR leaders for GeochemistryLead compensation and benefits activities for Geochemistry, including regional salary grid implementation and maintenancePartner with Operations and Functional Support leaders to forecast talent needsDevelop and deliver HR strategic priorities across all sitesStandardize HR policies, procedures, systems, and initiatives across the regionImplement HR technologies across IrelandPromote a culture of wellbeing, HSE, and employee engagementAttend management meetings and recommend organizational changesCommunicate strategy and operational goals using clear, engaging methodsMentor and support individuals and teams on specific competenciesAssist in developing and implementing HR policies and proceduresProvide employee relations guidance; oversee investigations, disciplinary processes, and terminationsSupport and coordinate compensation and benefits activities across the regionAdvise local HR teams on employee relations and industrial relations issuesEnsure adherence to company policy, HSE culture, and applicable legislation across EuropeConduct annual HR audits and training refreshers for each ALS site in the regionSupport recruitment and selection for internal and external roles as neededCollate and complete monthly HR reports and quarterly exit summaries for all sitesMaintain strict confidentiality of all informationPropose and implement HR initiatives that improve business performanceEnsure timely, high quality monthly reportingResponsibilitiesTo assist Managers to formulate potential strategies to handle staff level and FTE to be in accordance with workloads during both high and low season. Managing in head hunting process, recruitment, and selection activities, both internal and external, as required. To assist Managers and staff in conflict resolution. Coordinating staff and management training related to the HR portfolio for all sites within the Region. Aiding the further development the Performance Management System. Preparation of jobs descriptions for key positions. To assist Management by leading disciplinary or employee termination processes and ensure all correct steps have been taken to conduct these processes in a legally compliant manner QualificationsA tertiary qualification relevant to Human Resources Management.A minimum of 5 years HR advisory experience in an HR Department preferably working across multiple jurisdictions. Accurate and current HR-related legislative knowledge and the ability to implement accordinglyExcellent interactive skills, both internally and across various laboratories throughout AfricaDemonstration of exemplary problem solving and analytical skills Ability to develop effective working relationships and effective ways of communication with all local officers in the region. Have proven hands-on attitude, flexibility, and adaptability. Ability to motivate and influence others.