HR Manager

Nord Anglia International School Dublin

Dublin, Ireland | Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid working available

ABOUT NAIS DUBLIN

Nord Anglia International School Dublin is a premium international school and part of Nord Anglia Education, the world's largest premium international schools organisation, with over 80 schools in more than 30 countries. Our Dublin school serves a diverse international community, offering an ambitious, IB-focused education in a values-driven, wellbeing-centred environment. Our staff sit at the heart of what we do, and our HR function plays a vital role in supporting them.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take full ownership of the people agenda at an ambitious, growing international school.

You will be NAIS Dublin's dedicated HR lead, reporting to the Principal and partnering closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You will line manage the HR Coordinator, and you will be supported by the wider Nord Anglia Europe HR community, with a dotted line to Regional HR Leadership.

The role is hands-on, varied and outcomes-focused. You will own the full spectrum of HR delivery: employee relations, recruitment, compliance, performance management, payroll oversight, safeguarding, and staff engagement. This is not a shared-service or advisory role. You will be visible, present, and directly involved in the day-to-day people experience of the school.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Lead all employee relations casework end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and exits, with confident judgement and legally compliant outcomes.
Provide clear, practical advice to the Principal and line managers on Irish employment law, WRC procedures, HR policy and best practice.
Own end-to-end recruitment for teaching and support staff, with safer recruitment practice and Garda vetting embedded throughout.
Oversee payroll sign-off, pay reviews and workforce planning in partnership with the Campus Business Manager.
Line manage, coach and develop the HR Coordinator, building a credible, service-focused HR function.
Ensure the school meets its statutory obligations including working time, equality, statutory leave, GDPR and safeguarding.
Maintain the integrity of HR data in SuccessFactors, and the quality of all HR documentation issued to staff.
Lead staff engagement, wellbeing and inclusion initiatives in partnership with school leadership.
Act as the school's primary liaison with the Nord Anglia Europe HR team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Essential

Desirable

Proven HR generalist experience in a regulated environment
Strong, current working knowledge of Irish employment law
Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases independently, including WRC preparation
Confident adviser to senior leaders on sensitive people matters
Experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes
High attention to detail and strong data accuracy
Clear, credible communicator at all levels
CIPD qualification or equivalent, or significant equivalent practical experience

Experience in education, healthcare or professional services
Experience line managing an HR team member, or working in a small HR function
Familiarity with SuccessFactors or a similar HRIS
Experience working within a multi-site or group HR structure
Experience with international recruitment, work permits and relocation
Awareness of the EU Pay Transparency Directive and Irish gender pay gap reporting
Familiarity with Garda vetting and safeguarding in a school setting

WHY JOIN US

Genuine ownership. Full responsibility for a school HR function, with variety and impact from day one.
A seat at the table. Close partnership with the Principal and SLT, and a voice that matters in school decisions.
A regional HR community. Peers across 10+ European schools, shared tools, and specialist expertise to draw on when you need it.
Investment in your development. CIPD and leadership development actively supported, with access to Nord Anglia group specialist functions.
Hybrid and flexible working. Presence on campus when it matters, trust and flexibility for the rest.
A values-led, inclusive workplace. We want people who bring their whole selves to work.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are welcomed via the Nord Anglia careers portal. Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter explaining why this role, and what you would bring to it. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Queries about the role should be sent to hr@naisdublin.com. We are not taking queries by phone.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nord Anglia International School Dublin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete Garda vetting and any other pre-employment checks required under Irish law and NAE policy.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process. Please let us know what you need.

Nord Anglia International School Dublin | HR Manager | 2026

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