Head of HR Operations – Compliance

Ardmac

. Develop and implement robust people policies, procedures and governance frameworks .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeDublin • IrelandLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing HR policies, governance frameworks, and compliance strategies across multiple jurisdictions. Proven ability to lead HR operations, manage employee relations, and drive operational excellence while ensuring adherence to employment laws and regulations.

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HR Operations LeadershipEmployment Law ComplianceInternational Mobility ManagementPayroll GovernanceStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

HR Policy DevelopmentWorkforce AnalyticsEmployee Relations ManagementBenefits AdministrationHR Technology ImplementationWorkforce BudgetingCompliance AuditingPerformance ManagementOrganisational Change LeadershipData Quality Improvement

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsTeam DevelopmentCollaborationEmployee EngagementCoaching

Tools & Technologies

BambooHR HRIS

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered CIPD Qualification

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryEngineering IndustryManufacturing IndustryProject-Based IndustryEuropean Jurisdictions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement robust people policies, procedures and governance frameworks
Ensure consistent HR service delivery across all business units and regions
Drive operational excellence and standardization while maintaining local compliance requirements
Support strategic recruitment, employment offers, workforce planning and selection of employment structures across multiple countries
Lead and continuously improve HR operational processes across the company
Provide workforce reporting, analytics and people insights for strategic decision-making
Provide governance and oversight of payroll practices across multiple countries
Ensure compliance with social security, payroll and employment tax requirements
Manage employee benefit schemes and support annual salary review and remuneration programs
Coordinate fleet allocations
Lead the international mobility program and manage employment structures for posted workers and internationally mobile team members
Represent the company in labour inspections, tax audits, social security reviews, regulatory investigations and engagement with external authorities
Oversee immigration, work permits, visas and right-to-work compliance
Support workforce budgeting, labour cost governance and forecasting
Provide compliance support to subcontractors and key stakeholders
Lead continuous development of the BambooHR HRIS and associated people systems
Drive data quality, reporting capability and workforce analytics
Identify opportunities to automate, simplify and improve people processes
Advise managers and leadership teams on employment law and individual case management
Monitor legislative developments and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across operating jurisdictions
Lead the Group's employee relations agenda, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters
Manage workforce compliance audits and corrective action programs
Lead and manage the HR Operations function, including 5 direct reports within an HR team of 10 professionals
Develop, mentor and coach team members
Drive employee engagement and high-performance behaviours
Support career development and succession planning
Set objectives and performance expectations
Create a collaborative, inclusive and supportive working environment
Promote continuous improvement, learning and operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree qualification in Human Resources, Business, Law or a related discipline
Minimum of 10 years experience in a senior HR Operations, Employee Relations or HR Business Partnering leadership role
Strong knowledge of employment law and workforce compliance
International mobility experience
Strong understanding of payroll governance, benefits administration and employment compliance
Experience implementing and managing HR technologies and people data initiatives
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Chartered CIPD qualification or equivalent (desirable)
Construction, engineering, manufacturing or project-based industry experience (desirable)
Experience supporting organisations operating across multiple European jurisdictions (desirable)
Experience leading organisational change and integration projects (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee benefit schemes including pensions, health insurances, life assurance and income protection
Annual salary review and remuneration programs
Fleet allocation support