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Eaton Corporation HR Business Partner in Dublin, Ireland
We are a leading global power management company, but more importantly, what we do improves the quality of life and the environment. Our products, technologies and services make a difference in the world. We’re proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work in Ireland and honoured to have received the 2025 Charity Partnership of the Year Award. With a strong presence across the Island of Ireland, we’re looking for a strategic HR leader to help us continue building a culture of excellence, inclusion, and innovation.
We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner to lead the HR strategy and execution This is a high-impact role that combines strategic leadership, operational excellence, and team management. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and HR colleagues to deliver people solutions that drive business success and employee engagement.
What you’ll do:
Lead the development and execution of the HR Operations Strategy in our World Headquarters in Dublin
Act as the point of contact for all Employment Relations, managing complex cases and supporting resolution
Partner strategically with business leaders and HR Business Partners from outside of Ireland to support organisational effectiveness, workforce planning, and performance
Oversee local HR operations including payroll, fleet management, and local HR projects
Facilitate and manage employee forums, promoting open communication and engagement
Ensure compliance with employment legislation
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion through local and global initiatives.
Drive employee wellbeing and cultural transformation
Collaborate with HR Centres of Excellence and Shared Services to deliver scalable and consistent HR solutions
Work as an integral part of the UK & Ireland HR team, contributing to regional initiatives and sharing best practices.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Law, or a related discipline
Active CIPD membership is desirable
Progressive HR experience in a business partnering or HR leadership role
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices in both ROI and NI
Experience working in a multinational or matrixed organisation
Proven expertise in employee relations, HR operations, and strategic HR delivery
Skills:
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence senior stakeholders
Strategic mindset with hands-on operational capability
Passion for creating inclusive, high-trust workplaces
Strategic Thinking – Ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives and anticipate future workforce needs
Influencing & Stakeholder Management – Skilled at building trust and guiding decisions across all levels of the organisation
What we offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Flexible working solutions- we work on a hybrid model
We make your social life matter- from bowling, cooking classes, regular meetups- we make sure that you feel engaged and included!
We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen - we will cover a wide range of fitness activities to suit your needs
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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.