Shane Smith MSc (Cipd)
About Shane Smith MSc (Cipd)
Shane Smith MSc (CIPD) serves as the People Operations Lead at Teamwork.com, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in human resources, having held various positions in organizations such as Dunnes Stores, St. Vincent's University Hospital, and MAPFRE ASSISTANCE.
Current Role at Teamwork
Shane Smith serves as the People Operations Lead at Teamwork.com, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees various aspects of human resources and people operations within the organization. He initially joined Teamwork.com as a People Experience Specialist, demonstrating his capability and expertise in HR functions, which led to his promotion to the current position.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his role at Teamwork.com, Shane Smith accumulated extensive experience in human resources across multiple organizations. He worked as an HR Generalist and later as HR Manager at Allpro Services, where he was promoted within three months. His career also includes positions as an HR Administrator at St. Vincent's University Hospital and HR Generalist at MAPFRE ASSISTANCE, where he contributed to HR operations for four years.
Educational Background in Human Resources
Shane Smith holds a Master's Degree in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management from the National University of Ireland, Galway, which he completed from 2013 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree from the same institution, studying from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he completed his Leaving Certificate at St. Mary's College, Galway, from 2004 to 2009, laying the foundation for his academic and professional journey in business and human resources.
Significant Contributions to HR Policies
Throughout his career, Shane Smith has played a significant role in developing and implementing HR policies. Notably, he was instrumental in designing a Transgender HR Policy that was adopted across a group of seven public hospitals. His involvement in union negotiations and employment law compliance during his tenure at Allpro Services further highlights his commitment to fostering inclusive and compliant workplace environments.
Early Career and Initial Roles
Shane Smith began his career in the hospitality sector, working as a Trainee Restaurant Worker at The Claregalway Hotel in 2008. He later transitioned to retail, serving as a Drapery Sales Assistant at Dunnes Stores from 2010 to 2014. His early roles provided foundational experience in customer service and operations, which he later applied in his HR career.