Human Resources Business Partner - 12 Month Contract

About Allianz

We are proud to be one of the world’s most trusted insurance companies, serving over 800,000 customers across Ireland, for over 100 years. Our success is primarily down to the incredible people we employ. With over 700 people in Allianz Ireland, we truly care for our employees and their individual needs and aspirations. We have tailored our work approach to ensure you the flexibility and support needed to excel in your role. While the role is officially based in Elm Park, Dublin 4, the team work within a hybrid working model. We are incredibly proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work 2025 having won the Super Large Category, as well as being one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and become part of the team! 

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a HR Business Partner for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract to join our People & Culture team, reporting to the Head of People & Culture. You will collaborate with designated business units to deliver comprehensive support and guidance for all People & Culture needs. Your role is to be a reliable partner to Allianz's business operations, HR colleagues, and the Allianz Group. This role would suit an experienced HR professional with a strategic mindset, excellent people management skills, and a strong understanding of employee relations. The ideal candidate should be confident in leading and implementing HR initiatives that influence business success while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide guidance and support to People Managers on the full suite of HR activities, including performance and talent management, change management, organizational effectiveness, skills development, learning, total rewards, and employee engagement.
• Partner with business managers and HR leadership to effectively structure and resource business units, designing and implementing strategic people plans that support delivery of  business goals.
• Develop and implement HR programs, processes, and people strategies that align with business and commercial objectives while enhancing employee engagement and performance.
• Partner with Talent Management, Recruitment, Research, and Organizational Development to forecast workforce needs (skills, talent, and FTE), providing insights into external workforce trends to business managers.
• Coach and support business managers in understanding and managing people-related issues and their impact on business performance.
• Manage both informal and formal ER and IR cases and liaise with employee representatives as needed.
• Provide business areas with relevant people and performance information, anticipate workforce changes, address HR challenges, mitigate risks and deliver strategic recommendations
• Drive and deliver company-wide HR programs and initiatives and HR projects as they arise. 

Key Requirements / Skills & Experience  

Essential: 

• At least 5 years of experience in HR within a HR Business Partner role.
• CIPD Qualified, or in the process of obtaining the qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge, especially in IR/ER, job sizing, and talent management.
• Proven track record of partnering with the business to align people and resources with commercial objectives.  

Desirable: 

• Experience in project management and strategic resourcing.
• Previous experience in a General Insurance or Financial Services organization.

Our Benefits: 

We offer a competitive remuneration package, generous pension scheme contributions, health insurance, a working from home allowance, numerous wellbeing and family benefits, and a well-connected, accessible location with onsite staff parking and provided lunches.

Allianz plc. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

#LI-Hybrid This is a hybrid remote/in-office role

We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.