HR Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner - Strategic HR Leader

?? Belfast | Manufacturing Environment

My client, a global manufacturing and services organisation is seeking a senior Human Resources Business Partner to support its Belfast site and Projects & Services function.

This is a pivotal role for a commercially astute HR leader who thrives on influencing senior stakeholders and shaping business outcomes. You will align people strategy with manufacturing operations, project delivery, and services performance, supporting the organisation's evolution towards a systems- and services-led model.

Initially focused on Belfast, the role offers clear scope to expand across Europe as the business grows. You will report to a U. VP of HR and partner closely with senior operational leaders in Belfast.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted strategic advisor, challenging and influencing senior leaders
• Align people strategy with operational, project, and services execution
• Lead organisational design, workforce planning, and role clarity initiatives
• Build leadership capability, succession, and talent pipelines
• Coach senior leaders and support business-critical change initiatives
• Manage complex employee relations in line with Northern Ireland employment law
• Collaborate with global HR teams in a shared-services environment

About You

• Chartered MCIPD (or equivalent) with a relevant degree
• Senior HR Business Partner experience in manufacturing or operational settings
• Proven ability to influence at VP level in complex environments
• Strong knowledge of Northern Ireland employment law
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and hands-on levels
• European HR exposure or ambition to grow regional scope (desirable)

Why Join?

• High-visibility role with genuine influence on business performance
• Opportunity to help shape a growing manufacturing and services organisation
• Clear pathway to expanded European responsibility

What Next?

If you're energised by complexity, transformation, and accountability - and want to play a strategic role where HR truly matters - I would love to hear from you.

Skills:
HR Business Partner CIPD Human Resources Senior HR Generalist Manufacturing

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