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Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting an experienced HR Manager, to be part of our Ireland Human Resources team leading Human Resources for our manufacturing site in Sligo, Ireland. You will leverage best-in-class HR practices to continually construct, deliver, and support programs that establish AbbVie as an employer of choice while empowering all employees at all levels of the organization.
The HR Manager will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders and their organisations at AbbVie, developing and implementing HR strategies, programs, and services that drive business needs. The role will focus on shaping a culture of high employee engagement, performance, diversity, and inclusion. The HR Manager will provide guidance and support to enhance talent pipeline development, organizational effectiveness, and foster a culture of engagement, collaboration, and teamwork.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver HR strategies, programs, and services that align with the needs of the respective business.
- Partner with the Site Leadership Team to shape a culture of high employee engagement, performance, diversity, and inclusion.
- Coach business leaders on HR practices to enhance talent pipeline development, retention, and increase organizational effectiveness.
- Utilize data analysis and survey results to generate insights around talent, culture, and engagement.
- Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to implement HR programs that support the People Strategy and Organizational Goals, including organizational effectiveness and change management.
- Provide guidance and counseling to managers and employees on employee relations, discipline, and performance.
- Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and work closely with Legal counsel on situations that pose a litigation risk or other liability.
- Collaborate with HR Operations and business leaders to ensure appropriate employee documentation, changes to employee status, pay and benefits, annual performance review process, employee relations investigations, discipline, and terminations to maintain compliance with policies and regulations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Studies, or related discipline (CIPD membership preferred).
- Extensive HR Business Partner or Generalist experience, including expertise in at least one other HR specialism.
- Successful track record in employee relations, leadership development, and applying HR best practices in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and advise at all levels.
- Solid understanding of Irish employment law and HR compliance requirements.
- Passion for people, business acumen, and eagerness to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented organisation.
AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) contributions include a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% plus an additional annual company contribution tied to age and service. Company-paid life insurance and other financial protections further strengthen long-term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid leave programs include up to 12 weeks at 100% for parental leave and separate paid caregiver leave, with eligibility after six months where noted. Adoption and surrogacy reimbursements and family-building resources add further support.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day one with medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription benefits, and preventive care covered at 100%. Options such as HSAs/FSAs and coverage for spouses/domestic partners and children up to age 26 broaden accessibility.
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