Interim Head of People Operations

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of People Operations to shape and develop the People function, building systems, policies, and frameworks to support the company’s growth. The role will lead the delivery of effective people operations, driving key initiatives across employee recognition, career development, employee engagement, performance management, and leadership development.

What You Will Do

The ideal candidate will bring at least 8 years of experience in a senior HR leadership role, including a minimum of 5 years leading the HR function. They will have a proven track record of building and developing HR functions, policies, processes, and people frameworks.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational delivery, excellent leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to work closely with senior executives, are key requirements for this role.

Requirements

• At least 8 years’ experience in a senior HR leadership role
• Minimum of 5 years leading the HR function
• Proven experience building and developing HR functions, policies, processes, and people frameworks
• Strong expertise in employee engagement, recognition, and reward, career development, and performance management
• Experience leveraging HR technology, people analytics, and automation to improve operational efficiency and decision-making
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• A relevant third-level qualification, ideally CIPD or equivalent, and a good understanding of Irish and EU employment practices