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Linda Connolly

Knockbridge, Dundalk

Summary

Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Bidvest Noonan, excelling in strategic HR business partnering and employee relations. Proven track record in driving change management initiatives and implementing HRIS solutions. Adept at fostering employee engagement and utilizing data-driven decision-making to enhance organizational performance. Strong communicator and negotiator committed to compliance and workforce development.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior HR Advisor

Bidvest Noonan Facilities Management
Dublin
03.2023 - Current
  • Led complex HR initiatives, including organizational restructures, TUPE transfers, and redundancy processes.
  • Acted as lead advisor for employee relations, ensuring timely and compliant resolutions while minimizing risk.
  • Supported senior managers in performance management, engagement, and talent planning to drive consistent practices.
  • Analyzed HR metrics to identify trends in absenteeism, ER cases, and attrition, implementing data-driven strategies.
  • Oversaw delivery of training and compliance programs, achieving 100% management attendance and alignment with needs.
  • Contributed to workforce planning and change management to foster a performance-driven culture.

HR Generalist

Kilsaran Concrete
Meath
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Managed key HR processes including onboarding, contract management, and employee relations across a high-volume operational environment.
  • Supported managers in resolving performance, disciplinary, and grievance issues in line with company policies and Irish employment law.
  • Promoted employee wellbeing and engagement through effective communication, wellness initiatives, and regular pulse checks.
  • Maintained strong HR governance by ensuring accurate employee documentation, tracking medical certs, and supporting absence management.

HR Specialist / L&D Coordinator

Manor Farm (Carton Bros)
Cavan
07.2016 - 05.2022
  • Led strategic learning and development across production and operational teams, aligning training with business objectives and growth plans.
  • Collaborated with Enterprise Ireland on Lean Transformation Initiatives to improve operational efficiency and employee capability.
  • Supported end-to-end HR functions including onboarding, employee relations, investigations, and compliance reporting.
  • Played a pivotal role in implementing HRIS (Dayforce), acting as lead specialist and stakeholder liaison.
  • Worked directly with site leaders and senior managers to monitor KPIs and develop people strategies aligned to organisational values.

Key Account Manager – HR & Operations Focus

MCR Group
Dublin
10.2014 - 07.2016
  • Served as the key client liaison, managing workforce performance and service delivery across multiple sites.
  • Delivered tailored solutions to clients including recruitment, onboarding, employee training, and workforce planning.
  • Supported operational HR needs, including training delivery, absence tracking, and client reporting.

Area Cluster Manager

Hotel Serve Ltd (Travelodge ROI)
London & ROI
05.2013 - 07.2014
  • Managed accommodation services across ten hotel sites, including recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
  • Ensured adherence to Health & Safety and training compliance requirements across the portfolio.

Food & Beverage Manager

Connolly’s Bar & Restaurant Group
New York
11.2009 - 02.2013
  • Oversaw HR and operations for a high-volume hospitality business, including hiring, training, rostering, and payroll processing.
  • Delivered high employee engagement and operational efficiency through structured people management practices.

Education

Accredited Diploma - Human Resource Management

Griffith College
01.2021

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -

Dundalk Institute of Technology
01.2017

Certificate of Higher Education - Revenue Management

DIT
01.2014

BSc & BA - Hotel and Restaurant Management

DIT Cathal Brugha Street
01.2008

Skills

  • Strategic HR Business Partnering
  • Employee relations
  • Change management
  • HR compliance
  • Client relationship management
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Retention strategies
  • HRIS expertise
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • HR policies and procedures
  • HRIS systems
  • Labor relations
  • Union negotiations
  • Organisational Change & Restructuring
  • Talent & Performance Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Coaching
  • HRIS Implementation (Dayforce)
  • Learning & Development Strategy
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Employee Engagement & Wellbeing
  • HR Metrics & Workforce Analytics
  • Employment Law & Compliance

Timeline

Senior HR Advisor

Bidvest Noonan Facilities Management
03.2023 - Current

HR Generalist

Kilsaran Concrete
06.2022 - 03.2023

HR Specialist / L&D Coordinator

Manor Farm (Carton Bros)
07.2016 - 05.2022

Key Account Manager – HR & Operations Focus

MCR Group
10.2014 - 07.2016

Area Cluster Manager

Hotel Serve Ltd (Travelodge ROI)
05.2013 - 07.2014

Food & Beverage Manager

Connolly’s Bar & Restaurant Group
11.2009 - 02.2013

Accredited Diploma - Human Resource Management

Griffith College

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -

Dundalk Institute of Technology

Certificate of Higher Education - Revenue Management

DIT

BSc & BA - Hotel and Restaurant Management

DIT Cathal Brugha Street

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