Paul Dunne

Experience

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  Sun Microsystems

  Jun 2003 - Sept 2004

  Human Resources Intern

  I was employed by Sun Microsystems, the worlds leading supplier of industrial strength hardware and software as their HR Administrator. Some of my primary responsibilities included; Administered on site training requirements, work permits and recruitment process.First point of contact for all HR information and queries.Liaised with the Finance Department to manage employee benefits e.g. VHI, pension Involved in the planning and implementation of a common front-end HR function across several jurisdictions. Show less

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  Ibec

  Sept 2005 - Sept 2013

  Industrial/Employee Relations/Human Resources Executive

  As part of my role I advised, influenced and represented over 130 member organisations across several industries that included retail grocery, retail drapery, food and drink, logistics, services, pharma, distribution and manufacturing. As part of my role I was responsible for the following:Human Resources:Provide detailed advice and guidance on how to develop, plan and implement effective human resources practices. These practices include change management, employee engagement and performance management.Support members with comprehensive guidance on statutory obligations i.e. health and safety risk assessments, statutory leave entitlements, provision of terms and conditions, reasonable accommodation etc. Reviewing, drafting and updating employee contracts of employment and associated HR policies.Coach and guide members through on-going issues such as grievance handling, bullying and harassment, disciplinary matters, representation rights etc.Monitor changing trends in pay, conditions of employment and relevant workplace practicesIndustrial RelationsPreparation and representation in all industrial relations forums such as Conciliation, Rights Commissioner, Labour Court, Employment Appeals Tribunal and The Equality Tribunal.Active involvement in local and national company/union negotiations relating to trade disputes, pay and conditions, change management, loss of earnings etcDevelop, build and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders who include Senior Management, HR Practitioners, Union Officials and Shop Stewards. Other responsibilitiesProviding external training on employment law/industrial relations courses to member organisations as part of IBEC’s Managing People Programme. Show less

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  EBay

  Sept 2013 - May 2022

  As the Employee Relations Lead Consultant for Ireland, UK & South Africa I was responsible for counselling and coaching managers/employees on a broad range of complex and sensitive issues. This responsibility extended across a number of entities including eBay Marketplaces, Stubhub, Gumtree and Shutl (PayPal until 2015)Responsibilities included providing guidance on performance management, employment legislation, policy interpretation and corrective action as well as investigating employee grievances and advising on conflict arising from employment relations. As the People Experience Lead Consultant I collaborated closely with HRBPs, Legal and other COEs such as Payroll, Comp & Benefits, Talent Acquisition and with the People Experience Delivery Services team. In addition, I provided jurisdictional expertise and participated in projects and policy development.Other aspects of my role includedProvide coaching and advice to managers on performance management and corrective action (relevant to the jurisdiction) enabling them to implement performance improvement processes which are consistent across business entities.Prepare and deliver presentations and training to managers. Provide appropriate advice and interpretation on employment legislation, and handle most aspects of involuntary employee terminations and restructuring (RWE)Conduct investigations and advise on employee complaints and grievances (e.g., discrimination, harassment, retaliation, ethics hotline).Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the business as well as with HRBPs, Legal, COEs and with external advisorsParticipate in projects related to policy development and process improvement arising from proactive insight gathering, partnering with Legal, People Experience Advisors, Payroll and other experts Show less

  • Employee Relations Manager EMEA - Ireland Centre

    Jul 2020 - May 2022

  • Employee Relations Lead Consultant (Ireland, UK & South Africa)

    Sept 2013 - Jun 2020
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  LinkedIn

  Jun 2022 - now

  Employee Relations Business Partner EMEA, LATAM & APAC

  In my current role as Employee Relations Business Partner at LinkedIn, I support a diverse and inclusive workforce across EMEA, LATAM and APAC regions. My responsibilities include providing strategic guidance, coaching and support for a multitude of employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with local employment laws and corporate policies.I collaborate with HRBPs, Legal, and other COEs on sensitive issues such as performance management, policy interpretation, corrective action, grievances, reorganizations, investigations, dignity at work and change management. I also act as lead investigator on policy related matters that includes discrimination, harassment and retaliation. I am proficient with various HR systems such as Workday, Salesforce, HRAcuity, Iron Mountain, and SilkRoad. Show less