Interim assignment | Four to six months | Early start
Our client is one of Northern Irelands most respected and internationally recognised manufacturing businesses. With annual turnover exceeding £80 million and a workforce of more than 800, the group is known for its commitment to quality, innovation and customer service.
Following an internal restructure, our client is seeking an experienced Group Head of HR for an interim assignment expected to last four to six months. Reporting to the Chief People & Operations Officer, this senior management team role has Group-wide responsibility for HR, with its principal focus on the core manufacturing business.
You will lead the HR team and ensure the delivery of a professional, responsive service aligned with business priorities. You will turn the people strategy into practical plans and measurable outcomes, advise and coach managers, and continue the journey of organisational change while maintaining constructive relationships with trade union representatives and employee forums. The remit also includes recruitment and onboarding, workforce planning, learning and leadership development, performance management and culture development.
We are looking for a proven senior HR leader with strong experience in multi-site manufacturing and a broad track record across the full HR remit. You will have the judgement and credibility to lead an HR function, advise senior leaders and support managers, with particular confidence in complex employee relations, organisational change and trade union environments. A commercially focused, practical approach and the ability to keep a high-performing HR service moving will be important. Experience working across several employment jurisdictions and improving HR systems, digital processes or people analytics will be valuable.
Candidates must be available to start at short notice and commit to the initial four-to-six-month assignment.
To apply and learn more, please forward your CV to Ciaran Sheehan, Managing Partner, Clarendon Executive or to arrange a confidential discussion to explore your suitability, call Ciaran at .
Please quote the reference number 26057 in all communications. Closing date: Wednesday 7 October 2026
Our client values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer.
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