JOB DESCRIPTION:

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.

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

Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

HR Consultant

DIVISION:

CHR Corporate Human Resources

LOCATION:

Ireland > Sligo : Finisklin Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Ie - Asflex78 (Ireland)

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

HR Business Partner

Job Description