About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Abbott in Ireland
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division Sligo
Abbott Diagnostic's is a global leader of in vitro diagnostics with approximately 70,000 institutional customers in more than 100 countries. Our diagnostic products offer a broad range of innovative instrument systems and tests for hospitals, reference labs, blood banks, physician offices and clinics.
Abbott’s diagnostic products offer customers automation, convenience, cost effectiveness and flexibility. Abbott has helped transform the practice of medical diagnosis from an art to a science, helping to create the modern diagnostics industry through the company's commitment to improving patient care and lowering overall costs. The history of Abbott Diagnostics is filled with examples of first-of-a-kind products and significant technological advancements.
Purpose of the Job:
The HR Business Partner contributes to the design, development, and implementation of HR programmes across core functional areas. The role provides strategic and operational guidance to leaders on HR policies, employee relations, and talent initiatives. Liaising with employees, managers, HR Centres of Excellence and other stakeholders, the HRBP ensures effective communication, supports business objectives, and drives HR processes. The role may also lead or participate in HR projects, support recruitment strategies, maintain HR systems, deliver training, and prepare reports and analytics as needed.
Major Responsibilities
Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Business Partner will partner with business leaders to deliver the HR value proposition through:
Talent & Capability Development
Supporting leaders in building strong talent pipelines and identifying capability needs, supporting with succession planning and development conversations
Culture & Change
Supporting leaders in strengthening organisational culture and improving employee engagement
Partnering on change management activities to ensure effective communication and adoption
Employee Relations & Foundational Services
Providing timely and accurate ER guidance to leaders to proactively manage issues
Coaching and mentoring leaders to build ER competence and ensure consistent policy application
HR Processes & Operations
Supporting business leaders in executing cyclical HR processes (performance management, merit, etc.)
Maintaining HR systems and data as required
Projects & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Representing the business unit on cross-site HR teams or initiatives
Conducting research, data analysis, and reporting to support business and HR objectives
Leading HR initiatives such as performance culture, engagement, diversity & inclusion, and talent development
Education & Experience
Third level qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline and/or membership of CIPD
Hands-on experience across core HR disciplines including employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, and talent development
Key Competencies
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to influence and coach leaders at all levels
Analytical skills with experience preparing HR metrics and reports
Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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