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HR Transformation Lead

 
Vacancy Number:  27550
Category:  Human Resources
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

Position Description

The HR Transformation Lead is accountable for driving and delivering specific HR transformation initiative(s). The initiative(s) are prioritised from the ‘Empower HR’ Transformation integrated roadmap and managed through to completion.

 

The HR Transformation Lead collaborates closely with HR leadership, business unit leaders, IT, and external partners to ensure the effective delivery of the designated initiative(s) which include HR strategic projects aligned to the delivery of the People Strategy e.g. Behavioural Competency Framework, Pay Transparency, process improvement efforts and technology delivery projects. These are centralised HR projects with cross BU impact that support the implementation of the HR target operating model and the enhancement of HR user experience.

 

This role offers considerable variety, with potential to work on delivering large- and small-scale change projects. This role will deliver impactful change projects of scale.  Consistent with the scope of the initiative, the transformation lead will set up a project team comprising designated owners, subject matter experts, IT resources etc. The composition and scale of each team will depend on the initiative’s scope, anticipated impact, value, and degree of transformation required.

 

Key Responsibilities

HR Transformation Lead is responsible for driving the progress of the HR transformation initiative and ensuring the day-to-day management of the related project on behalf of the Project Board including:

 

  • Lead the design, planning, and implementation of specific HR transformation initiative(s), working to secure and sustain alignment and buy in from relevant stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary bridge between HR Transformation, process owners and technical delivery teams, translating transformation initiative needs into system and process requirements, and ensuring effective communication across all parties
  • Monitor project progress, risks and issues, and track against initiative budget, escalating as necessary to ensure timely resolution and delivery of project milestones.
  • Report regularly to the project steering committee and executive sponsors on project progress, business readiness, benefits realisation, and key milestones.
  • Manage project team of direct and/or indirect reports to ensure delivery of activities critical to project success, (e.g. data preparation, business process improvements, SME coordination, and training).
  • Ensure effective change management, including impact assessments, communications, training, and business readiness.

 

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum 7+ years’ experience delivering projects and improvement initiatives, ideally including HR, IT, and Business Transformation.
  • Strong understanding of HR processes, systems, and best practices.
  • Proven ability to manage varied stakeholder environments.
  • Track record in successfully delivering projects to agreed controls and timelines with experience in Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
  • Demonstrated expertise in business process improvement and change management.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
  • Analytical and strategic thinking abilities focused on business value and risk management.

Desirable

  • Experience with HR technology platforms (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors).
  • Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or Agile.

 

Location

This position will be based in ESB’s Head Office at Fitzwilliam 27, Dublin 2. 

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

 

Reporting To 

HR Transformation Manager, People and Sustainability

 

 

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

Salary

€69,500 - €81,800 per annum (depending on experience)


Closing Date

2nd December 2025

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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