HR Director, Dublin
ipsen · Dublin ·
- Category
- HR
- Visa sponsorship
- No
- Company size
- 501-1000
Leads HR strategy and operations for Ipsen’s Dublin manufacturing site, partnering with leadership to drive talent development, culture, and organizational performance in a biopharma environment.
Title:
HR Director, DublinCompany:
Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland Ltd
About Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!
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Job Description:
At Ipsen, we are creating real impact every day for patients and society. As HR Director for our Dublin site, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our people, culture and business performance.
This is a unique opportunity to join the Site Leadership Team and partner with senior leaders to drive organisational effectiveness, talent development, employee engagement and cultural transformation at one of Ipsen's key international manufacturing sites.
The Opportunity
As a trusted strategic partner to the Site Head and leadership team, you will lead the people agenda across manufacturing and global functions based in Dublin. You will translate business strategy into impactful HR solutions, ensuring Ipsen continues to attract, develop and retain exceptional talent while fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.
You will lead an experienced HR team and influence the full employee lifecycle, from workforce planning and organisational design through to talent management, succession planning, employee relations and engagement.
What You'll Do
- Partner with senior leaders to align people strategy with business objectives
- Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, driving organisational performance and transformation
- Lead talent, succession and leadership development initiatives that build future capability
- Champion employee engagement, wellbeing and a strong speak-up culture
- Oversee employee relations, ensuring compliance with Irish employment legislation and Ipsen policies
- Drive excellence across core HR processes, including performance, compensation and talent reviews
- Collaborate closely with Centres of Excellence across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Reward and Internal Communications
- Use people insights and workforce analytics to inform strategic decision-making
- Lead and develop a high-performing HR team
What We're Looking For
- Significant HR leadership experience within a complex, international organisation
- Experience partnering with senior leaders in manufacturing, biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments
- Strong expertise across organisational design, talent management, employee relations and change leadership
- Proven ability to influence, challenge and coach senior stakeholders
- Exceptional communication, leadership and relationship-building skills
- A data-driven mindset with strong business acumen
- Experience leading teams and driving cultural transformation in fast-paced environments
Why Ipsen
At Ipsen, our purpose is clear: improving patients' lives through innovation and care. We believe our people make that possible. That's why we foster a culture where individuals are empowered to think big, act with purpose, collaborate across boundaries and make a meaningful impact.
Join us and help shape the future of our people, our culture and our business.
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Travel: Up to 20%
Ready to create real impact every day? We'd love to hear from you.