HR Business Partner

About Valeo Foods

Our mission, at Valeo Foods, is simple yet powerful: to make every day moments taste better. We believe that great food has the power to create memories, bring people together, and transform an ordinary day into something special. This philosophy drives everything we do, from sourcing the finest ingredients to perfecting every recipe and product. In today’s fast-paced world, what we eat matters more than ever.

Valeo Foods Group is a leading international food business Valeo Foods was founded in 2015 and has since grown to annual sales of more than €1.6 billion. Through our ambitious acquisition programme, our portfolio has expanded to become the market leader in Snacking & Sweet Treats, Health & Wellness, Baking & Meal Ingredients, Beverages and Food Service. We have a portfolio of Europe’s finest and most established brands, with deep heritage and connections with consumers.

We operate more than 30 manufacturing sites across Ireland, UK, Europe and Canada and employ almost 6,000 people.

In Ireland we are the leading supplier into the ambient food sector, our brands, many leaders in their categories include the iconic Jacob’s biscuits, Batchelor’s, Odlum’s, Chef, Kelkin, Rowse honey, Kettle crisps, and Barratts, Fox’s and Poppets sweets and candy. Many have histories that stretch back over 150 years and this heritage, and their strong appeal to consumers, is what makes them stand out as category leaders.

The Role

We’re looking for a dynamic, people-focused HR Business Partner who brings strategy to life through effective execution. In this role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to leaders—bringing insight, energy, and pragmatism to every conversation. You’ll partner closely with the business to shape people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and growth, while championing a high-performing, inclusive culture. If you enjoy working in a fast-moving environment where no two days are the same and your impact is visible, this role is for you. This is a high-impact role reporting to the Chief People Officer, where the successful candidate will play a critical part in driving the organisation’s growth agenda and enabling business success through people.

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic Partnership
  • Partner with business leaders to align people strategy with business goals and priorities
  • Provide coaching on leadership, team effectiveness, and organisational design
  • Act as a trusted advisor on complex people matters and decision-making
• Organisational Effectiveness
  • Support workforce planning, talent mapping, and succession planning
  • Drive organisational design and change initiatives to improve performance and agility
  • Diagnose team and organisational challenges, recommending practical solutions
• Talent & Performance
  • Lead or support performance management cycles, ensuring consistency and quality
  • Partner on talent development and retention strategies
  • Support capability building initiatives aligned to business needs
• Employee Relations & Engagement
  • Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
  • Promote a positive employee experience and inclusive, values-led culture
  • Analyse engagement data and drive targeted action plans
• Change & Transformation
  • Support the delivery of transformation programmes and business change initiatives
  • Act as a change agent, helping leaders and teams navigate ambiguity and transition
  • Ensure effective communication and stakeholder alignment during change
• HR Policy & Data Excellence
  • Ensure HR policies and practices are applied consistently and in line with best practice
  • Use data and insights to inform decision-making and measure impact

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar strategic HR role (minimum 5 years)
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate business needs into people solutions
• Demonstrated experience in coaching and influencing cross functional stakeholders
• Solid understanding of employee relations, employment law, and HR best practice
• Experience leading or supporting organisational change and transformation initiatives
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• High levels of resilience, adaptability, and personal credibility

Education & Professional Requirements:

• Degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field
• CIPD qualification is desirable

Reward & Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension and other benefits