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Organisations face constant challenges to adapt and evolve. as well as the complex task of mitigating the effects these changes may have on their people.
At NFP we provide comprehensive, tailored HR and people solutions. Whether that's a fully outsourced HR function, specialist employment law guidance, independent workplace investigations, or strategic HR support for multinational operations, we support you as you focus on your business and review the value of your greatest asset, your people.
Your people are the driving force behind your success
Whether you're an SME with limited or no in-house HR capacity, a well-established Irish business navigating change, or a multinational setting up or scaling operations in Ireland, the challenges are significant. Intricate employment legislation, Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) obligations, evolving employee expectations and the constant pressure to attract and retain the best talent. Trying to manage all of this without specialist support puts your business, your culture and your people at risk.
With decades of experience and expertise providing people solutions, we take the time to understand your organisation, listen to what you need and deliver what we promise. Our extensive range of HR and people solutions, coupled with our bespoke approach, allows us to deliver support that has a global reach while maintaining the local feel that our clients value so highly.
Access dedicated expertise without the overhead
Whether you need a dedicated HR consultant to act as a seamless extension of your team, or specialist support for a specific project, our outsourced solutions give you access to qualified HR professionals and employment law consultants, without the cost of recruiting in-house.
Understand compliance requirements
Irish employment law is multifaceted, governed by a mix of statutes, EU directives and common law principles. We help you understand this complex landscape. Including: WRC and Labour Court obligations and consider ways reducing the risk of costly breaches and fines.
Handle sensitive situations with care
When allegations of misconduct, grievances or complex disputes arise, having the right process in place is essential. Our specialist investigators support complaints being handled fairly, impartially and compliantly, fostering a workplace where your people feel safe, heard and valued.
Build a stronger people culture
When your people feel supported, valued and well-managed, they may perform better. Our solutions can help you create the foundations for a positive, productive workplace that attracts and retains the best talent. Whether your team is based in Ireland or spread across multiple jurisdictions.
Why does specialist HR support matter?
The cost of getting HR wrong is significant and it extends well beyond WRC compliance. Without the right support, you risk damaging your culture, losing your best people and limiting your ability to grow.
Without specialist support, you could face:
- Breaching Irish employment law, leading to fines, WRC cases and reputational damage
- Unfair dismissal, discrimination complaints and costly Labour Court appeals
- Reduced ability to attract and retain top talent
- Damage to culture, relationships with employees and clients
- Lower productivity, competitiveness and time lost to HR admin and compliance issues
With NFP as your partner, we may help you:
- Thrive through change and recover from setbacks
- Manage tricky situations sensitively and effectively, with access to experienced investigators and employment law specialists
- Scale sustainably: Whether locally or internationally, without compromising your people experience
- Stay compliant with confidence, backed by qualified professionals with deep knowledge of Irish employment law
- Build a people strategy that strengthens your culture and your competitive position
Explore our specialist HR and people solutions
Backed by experience, our people and talent specialists deliver pragmatic solutions in a style that suits you, with a relentless focus on quality. We focus on developing long-term relationships with our clients. We listen to what you want and deliver and support delivery in line with agreed objectives.
What you may expect:
- Dedicated HR consultant and access to an expert team of HR professionals
- Flexible, cost-effective solutions to reduce HR administration costs
- Day-to-day HR admin and documentation management, freeing your team to focus on core business activities
- Support to help you understand complex employment law and statutory HR requirements
- Representation at WRC and Labour Court hearings
- Wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme access
A dedicated HR department, without the cost of recruiting one in-house. Whether you're a growing business with limited HR capacity or a well-established organisation, our outsourced HR solutions are tailored to your needs and make people expertise more accessible than ever before.
Our bespoke service is designed to support your existing HR team or provide a fully outsourced HR function. We cover company documentation, HR management, strategic planning, training and wellbeing.
Key areas of support:
- Unfair Dismissals Acts compliance and guidance
- Employment Equality Acts obligations
- Organisation of Working Time Act requirements
- Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act compliance
- WRC and Labour Court representation and preparation
Irish employment law is complex and constantly evolving, governed by a mix of statutes, EU directives and common law principles.
Our employment law consultants provide practical, expert guidance to help you understand compliance requirement, manage risk and make confident decisions. Whether you need advice on unfair dismissals, working time regulations, equality obligations or the latest legislative changes, we support your business in reviewing its responsibilities and treating people fairly.
We cover:
- Responsibilities of management and the employment relationship
- Rules of natural justice and terms of reference
- Managing specific allegations and mitigating objective bias
- Investigation reports, outcome and hearing stages
- Up-to-date procedures aligned with current case law
When allegations of misconduct arise whether it's harassment, discrimination or any other form of inappropriate behaviour, a thorough and impartial investigation is essential. Our specialist investigators support complaints being handled fairly, compliantly and in line with the rules of natural justice, helping to foster a transparent, accountable working environment where your people feel safe, heard and valued.
How we support multinationals:
- Education on Irish employment norms, mandatory benefits and cultural expectations
- Compensation benchmarking to accurately cost international expansion
- Contracts, policies, localised handbooks and compensation guidance
- Ongoing strategic HR support coordinated with global teams
- Compliance with Irish-specific legislation and regulatory requirements
Ireland has become a popular destination for global businesses looking to expand into European markets, but, establishing and managing a workforce here requires specialist knowledge of local employment law, benefits practice and cultural expectations.
Our team partners with multinational organisations to deliver the strategic HR support needed to explore, scale and manage Irish operations with confidence, covering everything from new country start-up to ongoing global HR support.
How we support redundancy and restructuring projects:
- Planning and process support for redundancy and organisational change
- Guidance on consultation and documentation requirements
- Support with clear and objective selection criteria
- Career transition support for impacted employees
- Manager support for sensitive conversations and communication planning
Managing redundancy or organisational change is one of the most sensitive challenges an employer can face. NFP supports Irish employers at every stage of the process, from planning and consultation through to selection and documentation, helping teams manage change with care, clarity and consistency.
We work alongside HR and leadership teams to provide practical support during periods of organisational change, including consultation guidance, redundancy documentation, career transition support and training for managers handling sensitive conversations.
Please note that the provision of this product or service does not require licensing, authorisation, or registration with the Central Bank and, as a result, it is not covered by the Central Bank requirements designed to protect consumers or by a statutory scheme.
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