Senior Manager, HR Business Partner

ICON plc

Dublin, IEhybrid$2k-$2k/yrPosted Jul 21, 2026
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Hybrid role
  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Wellbeing programmes
  • Inclusion and accessibility

Heads up

  • On-call rotation required
  • Small eng team, wide surface area
  • 5+ YoE minimum

Why this role might suit you

A Senior Manager HR Business Partner role at ICON offers strategic partnership with business leaders, leadership of an HR team, and influence on organizational effectiveness within a global healthcare intelligence company, providing exposure to complex workforce challenges and a

Skills

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About the role

Senior Manager, HR Business Partner - Dublin (Ireland) or Reading (UK) - Hybrid role

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Senior Manager, HR Business Partner at ICON, you will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing HR expertise that aligns with our organizational goals.

What You Will Do:

Your focus will be on overseeing human resources delivery, coaching your team, and driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

Partnering with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Advising on talent acquisition, performance management, and succession planning to optimize workforce capabilities.

Driving employee engagement initiatives and promoting a culture of inclusivity and collaboration across the organization.

Analyzing workforce metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and inform strategic decision-making.

Leading and mentoring a team of HR professionals, fostering a culture of continuous development and accountability.

Your Profile:

You will have a strong background in human resources, with proven management experience and a commitment to quality delivery.

Required qualifications and experience:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related discipline

Extensive experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar HR leadership role, ideally within the healthcare or clinical research sectors.

Strong understanding of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance issues.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong analytical skills and the ability to leverage data to drive HR strategies and business decisions.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

Competitive base salary and performance related incentives

Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable

Retirement and pension plans

Life assurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources

Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request .

Are you a current ICON Employee?

Compensation

This HR & Recruiting role pays $2k-$2k/yr. Within typical range for hr & recruiting roles in Ireland.

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