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Kepak Group HR Director - 12 month FTC
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Kepak is a leading food company with 14 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion. The Group operates across three divisions: the Foods Division, Meat Division UK, and Meat Division Ireland. Guided by our values - Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork - we are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone. HR Director - Meat Division Ireland (12 mth FTC - Maternity Leave) We're currently seeking to recruit a strategic HR Director to become an integral part of our leadership team for a fixed-term appointment, coinciding with a pivotal transformation phase within the Meat Division - Ireland. This temporary contract will span from March 2026 to April 2027, stepping in during a maternity leave. In this role, you will report directly to the Group CPO, while also maintaining a dotted line to the CEO of the Meat Division Ireland. This position will play a crucial role in defining the future of our Meat Division - Ireland. As we transform our operating model, enhance our leadership pipeline, and instill a culture of high performance throughout our business, your contributions will be invaluable. In this role you will lead the HR agenda across a complex, multi site industrial business, with a strong focus on organisational design, leadership development, workforce effectiveness, and change execution. This is a highly visible, hands on role for an HR leader with strong business judgment, credibility with senior leaders and the ability to drive delivery in operational environments. Key focus areas: Organisational Design & Change Leadership Lead the design and implementation of a fit-for-purpose organisational structure aligned with strategic goals. Partner with the CEO and senior leadership to assess current capabilities, identify gaps, and reshape teams for future growth. Drive change management initiatives that support cultural alignment, agility, and operational excellence. Leadership Development & Talent Strategy Design and deliver a leadership development framework Coach and challenge senior leaders to enhance their effectiveness, resilience, and people leadership. Lead succession planning and talent reviews, ensuring a strong pipeline of future leaders. Strengthen performance management and leadership standards across all levels of the business. People Strategy & HR Operations Lead the HR team in delivering core people processes including performance management, employee relations, and workforce planning. Provide strong leadership on employment legislation and best practice, particularly in the context of Irish and EU employment law. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of the organisation. Stakeholder Engagement & Culture Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, providing insight and challenge on people-related matters. Build strong relationships with the leadership teams to embed HR as a true partner in delivery and performance Lead and shape the culture agenda, reinforcing accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Proven experience as an HR Director or senior HR leader in a fast-paced, multi-site environment - ideally within the food, FMCG, or hospitality sectors. Proven credibility with senior leaders and operational management teams, with the confidence to challenge and influence at executive level. Demonstrated expertise in organisational design, operating model transformation, and leadership development. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to align people strategy to business outcomes. Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with a pragmatic and solutions-focused mindset. Experience managing change and ambiguity with resilience and clarity. Travel: Some travel will be required within Ireland. Location: We offer complete flexibility on your location, allowing you to travel to our sites across Ireland.

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