INTERIM HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES
3 weeks ago
Principal Connections has been retained by a prominent Public Sector Organisation to appoint an Interim Head of Human Resources for a term of four to six months. THE POSITION The Interim Head of Human Resources will report directly to the Chief Executive and sit on the senior management team, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship across multiple teams. They will address day-to-day HR challenges and advance the organisation's people agenda, with a focus on industrial relations, organisational development, and cultural transformation during a period of change. REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate will be an experienced HR leader with substantial expertise in industrial relations and a proven track record of leading HR strategy in complex, unionised environments. They must demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and influencing skills, alongside sound judgment, resilience, and the ability to deliver results within defined timeframes. Equally important is the capacity to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational delivery. Candidates must be immediately available to assume the role. TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT This is a fixed-term interim appointment for a period of between four and six months, based in Dublin with hybrid working arrangements. A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with the seniority of the role. HOW TO APPLY To apply, please submit a Curriculum Vitae by email to Principal Connections via the online 'Apply Option' available in strictest confidence, for the immediate attention of: Pat O'Donnell, Managing Partner. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Principal Connections is acting as an employment agency and has been retained to manage this important appointment process. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Candidates for this post will be sourced through both an advertised selection and executive search process. Only applications submitted through the available online application options or via the email address provided where a print advertisement will be considered. Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to satisfactory reference checks as well as any other background checks and/or assessments deemed appropriate to the process. By applying for this vacancy with Principal Connections, you accept the Term's & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Cookies Policy which can be found on our website. ABOUT PRINCIPAL CONNECTIONS Principal Connections is a leading executive search and leadership consulting firm serving organisations across Ireland, the United Kingdom and internationally. We are also part of Agilium Worldwide LLC (Est. 1984), independently ranked one of the world's top global executive search groups. (55+ offices, 30+ countries, 250+ consultants). Visit our other Live Assignments Skills: HR Human Resources HRD
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