Head of People Development

Three Ireland Services (Hutchison) Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider in Dublin is seeking a Head of People Development to shape and deliver its learning strategy. This role involves building capabilities, embedding agile principles, and fostering employee growth. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Learning & Development, with a strong focus on designing effective learning strategies and engaging senior stakeholders. Benefits include flexible working, competitive salary, and access to development tools.

Benefits

Flexible working with a hybrid model

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus

25 days holidays plus 2 company days

Healthcare Insurance

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Learning & Development or Talent Development.
• Track record of designing learning strategies that support transformation.
• Deep understanding of modern learning practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop inclusive, future-focused L&D strategy aligned with business goals.
• Design and deliver leadership development across all levels.
• Manage external learning partners to ensure high quality.

Skills

Learning & Development experience

Leadership development knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Agile principles understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Learning technology platforms

Digital learning tools

Job description

Join us as our Head of People Development

The Head of People Development will shape and deliver ThreeIreland’s learning strategy—building future‑ready capabilities, embedding enterprise agile principles, and enabling people to grow in ways that support both their development and the organisation’s ambition.

What the role involves

Learning Strategy & Vision

• Develop an inclusive, future‑focused L&D strategy aligned with business goals and emerging skills.
• Work closely with the Chief People Officer and senior leaders to anticipate capability needs across technical, behavioral and leadership domains.
• Build a rich learning ecosystem that blends on‑the‑job experience, digital learning, mentorship, social learning and formal programmes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Design and deliver leadership development for all levels—from emerging leaders to senior executives.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on critical capability needs and succession planning.

Capability Building

• Lead initiatives that upskill and reskill employees inline with digital, AI and agile transformation.
• Introduce engaging, modern learning methodologies such as blended learning and microlearning.
• Encourage self‑directed and peer‑to‑peer learning across the organization.

Employee Experience

• Embed learning throughout the employee lifecycle, creating personalized development pathways.
• Foster an inclusive and adaptive culture where curiosity, reflection and continuous improvement are the norm.

Technology & Analytics

• Leverage learning technology and platforms to make learning accessible, user‑friendly and impactful.
• Use insights and data to evaluate learning effectiveness and demonstrate outcomes to senior stakeholders.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Manage external learning partners to ensure high‑quality, relevant programmes.
• Oversee the L&D budget and ensure solutions deliver strong value.

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

• 10+ years’ experience in Learning & Development or Talent Development within a dynamic, complex organisation.
• A strong track record of designing learning strategies that support transformation and future skills.
• Deep understanding of modern learning practices, digital learning tools and capability frameworks.
• Experience building leadership development at scale.
• Background in telecoms or similar technology‑led sectors is an advantage.
• Skilled at engaging and influencing senior stakeholders with empathy, clarity and credibility.
• Comfortable using data and insights to measure and show impact.
• Strategic mindset paired with the ability to roll up your sleeves and deliver.
• Familiarity with enterprise agile principles and how they shape workforce development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications in L&D, coaching, or leadership development are an advantage.

Benefits of Working at Three

• Flexible working with our new Hybrid model, our employees will enjoy more flexibility working from home and our Dublin head office location (office based 3 days per week)
• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus & pension contribution
• 25 days holidays plus 2 company days
• Annual Leave buy or sell (buy or sell up to 5 days AL each year)
• Healthcare Insurance through our flexible benefits programme
• Life assurance, phone & laptop, subsidised canteen
• Access to learning & development tools
• Free on‑site parking

There’s a lot more to us than meets the eye.

You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal.

Apply now at: https://www.three.ie/careers #Job

At Three, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. As Ireland’s largest mobile telecommunications provider, we provide a better connected life for our diverse customer base, and want our teams to reflect this. We welcome and celebrate all identities and strive to create a culture of belonging where employees can thrive as their authentic selves. If you do not ‘tick every box’ in this job description, you likely have other valuable skills that would make you a great fit for one of our teams. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please let us know when scheduling your interview. Apply now at Three a Phenomenal career awaits.