Title: HR Business Partner – Talent & Employee Experience
Reporting to: Head of People & Culture
Reports: Recruitment Manager
Location: Sandyford, Dublin (Office-Based)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Probation: 6-Months
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Annual Leave: 25 Days per Annum
Salary: €65,000
About The Role
Job Purpose:
Odyssey Social Care (OSC) is a leading provider of residential care for young people, committed to fostering an environment of support and continuous growth. The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will play a critical role in driving the organization’s recruitment strategy — both domestic and international — to attract top talent, improve employee retention, and ensure a positive employee experience across the entire employee journey.
Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, the HRBP will oversee the Recruitment Manager and collaborate closely with organizations within the Broadlake family. This office-based role requires significant stakeholder engagement to implement HR initiatives aligned with organizational goals, including the 3X10X journey and fostering a workplace culture aligned with the H.A.V.E. strategy.


Main Duties and Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

• Develop and lead recruitment strategies for both domestic and international hires, ensuring a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Collaborate on overseas recruitment initiatives, including talent mapping and strategic hiring plans.
• Oversee the Recruitment Manager to ensure alignment with organizational needs, with a focus on employee retention, team stability, and maintaining a diverse, skilled workforce.
• Travel as needed to OSC locations across Ireland and potentially overseas to support recruitment and onboarding efforts.

Employee Retention and Engagement

• Implement innovative initiatives to enhance employee retention, focusing on professional development, job satisfaction, and alignment with organizational values.
• Oversee and streamline the onboarding process, creating a seamless journey for new employees, particularly international recruits.
• Promote leadership development through targeted training and mentorship programs.

Employee Experience and Culture Development

• Partner with stakeholders to design and implement HR policies, ensuring alignment with Irish employment legislation and best practices.
• Foster a workplace culture that prioritizes performance, inclusivity, and resilience, in line with OSC’s mission.
• Manage the rollout of performance management models, succession planning, and talent mapping across departments.

HR Operations and Compliance

• Formulate, implement, and continuously improve HR policies and processes to maintain compliance with Irish employment laws.
• Support the delivery of HR projects, including change management initiatives and organizational restructuring.
• Provide expert guidance on employment matters, including performance management and employee relations.

Key Requirements
Education & Qualifications

• A third-level degree in HR or a related discipline (CIPD qualification desirable).

Experience

• A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a similar HR Business Partner or senior HR role.
• Proven track record of managing teams and working at a senior level, with a strong background in HR business partnering.
• Experience in the hiring process and recruitment strategies, particularly for international roles.
• Demonstrable success in delivering talent mapping, succession planning, and performance management initiatives.
• Proficiency in formulating and implementing HR policies and processes.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong understanding of Irish employment legislation.
• Highly effective communicator with experience in stakeholder management, capable of influencing and building strong partnerships.
• Proficient in handling multiple HR projects, including planning and execution.
• Full clean driver’s license.

General Requirements

• Maintain own Continuous Professional Development (CPD), keeping up to date with industry trends and policy changes.
• Flexibly adapt to the changing demands of the organization.
• Actively promote OSC’s mission, values, and principles, demonstrating commitment to ethical standards and positive impact.

Required Criteria

Skills Needed

About The Company

• Mission: Provide a supportive, safe environment for 7 to 18-year-olds unable to stay with their families.
  
• Values: Emphasize non-violence, emotional intelligence, social learning, democracy, open communication, social responsibility, and growth.
  
• Care Approach: Trauma-informed and multi-dimensional, including the Sanctuary Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and the Saoirse Project.
  

Company Culture

Working for Odyssey Social Care involves being part of a team dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people. Employees engage in trauma-informed care, emphasizing safety, emotional well-being, and personal development. The organization values continuous learning, collaboration, and a commitment to their care models, which include therapeutic practices like the Sanctuary Model and Positive Behaviour Support. Staff members are encouraged to contribute to a positive, non-violent environment that fosters growth and social responsibility.

Company Benefits

The benefits of working at Odyssey Social Care include opportunities for professional development, a supportive work environment, and involvement in impactful, trauma-informed care. The company emphasises continuous learning and offers training in therapeutic practices like the Sanctuary Model. Staff members are part of a dedicated team focused on making a positive difference in children's and young people's lives.
For more details, visit Odyssey Social Care's About Us page.

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Life insurance, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Long service awards
Salary
€65,000.00 per year