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Senior Talent & Organisational Development Partner

  • Division: HR
  • Contact Email: michael.obrien@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 25008

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen with a well-known multinational who are looking for an experienced Principal Talent Management Specialist to shape and deliver regional people and organisational strategies across it's Irish operation.

This is a strategic, high-impact role — ideal for a professional who wants to drive regional talent initiatives, influence organisational design, and play a key part in the succession and growth agenda. The role can be based out of either their Clonmel or Cork sites and hybrid working options are available.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with business and HR leaders to translate strategic priorities into effective talent and organisational development strategies aligned with global frameworks.
  • Lead and support organisation design initiatives, ensuring global strategies are effectively implemented across Ireland and EMEA.
  • Drive core talent management processes, including performance management, succession planning, and career frameworks.
  • Develop and embed scalable onboarding, learning, and capability-building solutions that enhance organisational effectiveness.
  • Act as a regional resource for change management and organisational effectiveness, enabling a culture of engagement, growth, and innovation.
  • Provide coaching and development support to leaders and teams across the region (formal qualification an advantage, but not essential).
  • Collaborate across HR Centres of Excellence and contribute to shaping enterprise-wide talent strategies.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organisation Development, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
  • 10+ years’ experience in organisation development, change management, or talent management within complex, matrix environments.
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale projects and deliver strategic outcomes.
  • Strong interpersonal and consulting skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
  • Coaching experience and mindset — ability to “own” the regional coaching strategy.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally between Irish sites.

Why Join

  • Hybrid and flexible working options.
  • Genuine growth and succession opportunities within Ireland and across EMEA.
  • The chance to shape regional strategy and influence the future of talent and organisation development across a global business.
  • Attractive overall compensation package.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Michael O’Brien.

021-4809118

michael.obrien@collinsmcnicholas.ie