Role: Senior Director – Human Resources

Location: Dublin, Ireland

 

FIRM OVERVIEW

Aero Capital Solutions (“ACS”) is an alternative asset investment firm specializing in mid-life commercial aircraft and engine leasing opportunities. ACS has deployed more than $7 billion in aviation investments to date. With a global team of over 70 industry professionals, ACS has offices in Austin (USA), Dublin (Ireland), and Singapore. For more information, please visit aerocapitalsolutions.com.

 

Company Background

Founded by its sole shareholder in 2010, ACS has experienced significant growth and continues to develop at a market-leading pace, focusing on narrowbody Boeing and Airbus aircraft.  Its unique ability to “handle the metal,” along with full in-house capability across all aspects of managing mid-life and end-of-life aircraft, provides the platform for creating value in a competitive environment. Areas in which ACS can typically “add value” range from optimizing cash flows associated with a specific lease to maximizing an aircraft’s residual value via a sum-of-the-parts exit approach, passenger release, or freighter conversion and cargo release.

 

Position Summary

 

ACS is seeking a strategic, hands-on Senior Director – Human Resources to lead the global people function, located in the firm’s EMEA hub in Dublin.

 

This role will serve as the senior HR leader partnering closely with executive leadership on global talent strategy, organizational design, and culture. The Senior Director will oversee all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, HR operations, and learning & development, while ensuring compliance with the respective employment frameworks.

 

This position plays a critical role in scaling ACS’s global platform and strengthening its operational infrastructure in Ireland.

 

This Role will report to the Chief Operating Officer.

Key Responsibilities

 

Strategic HR Leadership

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the C-suite and executive leadership on all people-related matters
  • Lead the development and execution of ACS’s global HR and talent strategy
  • Drive organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and long-term talent pipeline development
  • Participate in executive-level discussions on talent, culture, and organizational performance

 

EMEA Leadership (Dublin-Based)

  • Act as the senior HR leader for ACS’s Dublin office and broader EMEA operations
  • Partner with leadership on scaling the Ireland platform as a strategic hub
  • Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, CRO requirements, and EU regulatory frameworks
  • Build strong relationships with local counsel, advisors, and external partners

 

HR Operations & Infrastructure

  • Oversee HR operations, including implementing and maintaining an HRIS, global payroll management, and benefits administration
  • Drive process improvements, scalability, and operational efficiency
  • Ensure accurate HR reporting and data-driven decision-making capabilities
  • Manage compensation planning, incentive design, and annual review cycles
  • Maintain and enhance HR policies, procedures, and documentation
  • Lead employee relations strategy, including managing sensitive and complex matters

 

Talent Management & Organizational Development

  • Lead global talent management strategy, including performance management, succession planning, and leadership development
  • Lead learning & development initiatives and leadership training programs
  • Design and implement career pathways and internal mobility programs
  • Drive a high-performance culture aligned with ACS values and growth objectives
  • Oversee employee engagement, retention, and employer brand initiatives

 

Talent Acquisition

  • Own global recruiting strategy across all offices
  • Develop scalable hiring processes and candidate pipelines
  • Partner with leadership to identify and attract top talent across all functions
  • Strengthen ACS’s employer brand in competitive global markets

 

Global Mobility & Cross-Border Employment

  • Oversee international mobility programs, including relocations and secondments
  • Manage EOR structures, visa/immigration coordination, and cross-border employment arrangements
  • Partner with tax and legal advisors on international employment considerations

 

 Critical Success Factors

As ACS is a progressive and dynamic company, a successful candidate must also be confident working in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and rapidly changing environment.

  • Has an empathetic personality; collaborates well and exemplifies ACS’s core values
  • Is a self-starter with excellent motivation and the ability to work independently
  • Has excellent communication and organizational skills

 

Employment basis / Organization Summary

  • Competitive compensation plan based upon experience level
  • Top-tier benefit package including a full suite of insurance coverage, pension / retirement contributions, and paid time off

 

Qualifications required

  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility
  • Experience working in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization
  • Strong knowledge of Irish and EU employment law and HR best practices
  • Background in financial services, aviation leasing, or private equity preferred
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate at an executive level
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; CIPD or similar qualification preferred
  • Adept at Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite

 

Aero Capital Solutions, Inc. and its affiliated entities are Equal Opportunity Employers. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.