Multi Site HR Lead (Interim - 12 Months)

Location

Tullamore, County Offaly

Company

Sofina Foods

Hours of Work

Full-time

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven HR leadership experience in a fast-paced FMCG, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Multi-site experience is essential, with the ability to manage priorities across four distinct locations.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to align people plans to business performance.
• Strong experience managing trade union relationships and handling complex ER cases.
• A proactive, hands-on leader who balances vision with practical delivery.
• Deep understanding of GB/NI employment law and HR best practices.
• CIPD level 5 or above (or equivalent) is beneficial but not essential.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Country Code

GB

AdRef

INDB3

Salary

Competitive Salary

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Shape & Deliver Plans: Guide the HR agenda across four sites as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Foster Engagement: Be highly visible across all locations, actively connecting with teams to build trust and encourage participation.
• Operational Support: Utilise expertise in workforce planning to ensure the business has the right capabilities to deliver across the region.
• Employee Relations: Manage trade union relationships and handle complex ER cases to support a stable and productive work environment.
• Commercial Awareness: Act as a commercially aware leader, aligning the people plan directly to business performance.

Summary

Lead People & Culture. Champion Engagement. Support Operational Success.