Deirdre Condron
@deirdrecondron
Strategic HR professional focused on employee relations and compliance.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and commercially focused HR professional with extensive experience in employee relations across multiple jurisdictions. My career has been dedicated to supporting client groups in achieving business objectives while enhancing revenue and reducing costs. I possess a deep knowledge of labor laws and have successfully collaborated with cross-functional partners and leaders across EMEA, NORAM, and LATAM.
Throughout my career, I have held various leadership roles, including my current position as a Senior Employment Investigator at TikTok, where I conduct thorough investigations into workplace concerns and implement corrective action plans. My previous roles at Medtronic and Facebook have honed my skills in managing complex employee relations cases, leading investigations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. I am passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and advocating for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Employment Investigator, Employee Relations (EMEA)
TikTok
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)
Conducted confidential, fair, thorough, and timely internal investigations into allegations of policy violations across approximately 26 countries. Assisted with the investigation and resolution of other workplace concerns, and monitored corrective action plans to enhance controls and processes. Identified employee relations matters requiring improvements, working with ER Leads and various stakeho
Employee Relations Lead & ER Program Manager (EMEA)
Medtronic
Mar 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 3 months)
Led and supported a team of 3 Employee Relations Specialists, providing coaching and development opportunities. Acted as Lead Employment Investigator for all high-risk, confidential, and complex investigations, including whistleblower and ethics complaints. Managed and represented all employment legal and Third-Party claims in partnership with external counsel.
Employee Relations Business Partner (EMEA)
May 2020 - Feb 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Provided strategic business partnership at various levels throughout Global Operations and Enterprise Engineering departments. Managed end-to-end ER case management, minimizing risk, resolving disputes, and safeguarding the company while promoting a positive employee experience. Supported and coached management on performance management initiatives, including the development and implementation of
Employee Relations Manager
KBC Bank
Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year)
Oversaw complex and strategic employee relations operations across Ireland for approximately 1,600 employees in a fast-moving financial services environment. Partnered with the business and HRBPs to foster a positive employee experience via ER best practice, delivering innovative and comprehensive resolution of ER cases. Led the revision, development, and implementation of Company HR policies and
Senior Employee Relations Business Partner (EMEA & LATAM)
Oct 2018 - Apr 2019 (6 months)
Oversaw complex employee relations operations across EMEA and LATAM, acting as Lead Employment Investigator on all HR-related matters. Developed and implemented positive ER strategies and process improvements to best position the HR function in maximizing employee performance. Provided high-level, strategic ER consultancy to senior management, HR Directors, and HRBPs on various issues.
Employee Relations Consultant
Royal College of Surgeons Ireland, Hospital Group (Beaumont
Jun 2018 - Oct 2018 (4 months)
Managed the strategic and operational HR and Employee Relations function for 4,000 employees in a complex, highly unionized environment. Had people management responsibilities for a team of eight HR Business Partners and Relationship Managers. Represented the Hospital at Third Party forums, including the Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court.
Senior Manager, Industrial Relations & Employee Relations
Eircom
Apr 2016 - Oct 2017 (1 year 6 months)
Led several ER change management projects, including restructuring, TUPE, and redundancy, and co-led crucial HR projects like Pensions Accord and HRIS. Managed all company investigations, acting as primary employment investigator for high-risk cases. Proactively managed the absence management process for a 4,000-employee workforce in partnership with the Chief Medical Officer and HR generalist tea
Employee Relations Business Partner
Eircom
Jun 2015 - Apr 2016 (10 months)
Acted as project lead for large-scale change management and transformation projects, including TUPE, re-organisation, and redundancies. Represented the company at the Workplace Relations Commission and the Labour Court. Provided strategic ER case management and supported employment legal matters, including preparation for litigation.
Industrial Relations Advisor/Industrial Relations Official
Association of Secondary School Teachers Ireland (ASTI)
Jun 2013 - Jun 2015 (2 years)
Provided high-quality and consistent IR/ER advice to 8,000 members across Ireland on employment law, contractual queries, and Third Party claims. Researched and prepared submissions for various cases in the Labour Court, the Labour Relations Commission, and the Employment Appeals Tribunal. Delivered clear advice and interpretation of legal text and guidance to members on workplace and performance-
Education
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Dublin Law Society of Ireland
Masters in Employment Law, Employment Law
Currently pursuing a Master of Laws (LLM) in Employment Law. This advanced program focuses on in-depth legal principles and practices relevant to employment legislation.
University of Sydney
Certificate, Psychiatry and Mental Health
Completed a Certificate in An Introduction to Psychiatry and Mental Health. Gained foundational knowledge in key concepts and principles within mental health studies.
Westmeath FAS
FETAC Level 5 Certificate, Legal Services Support
Obtained a FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Legal Services Support. The program provided essential skills and knowledge for supporting legal services operations.
National University of Ireland, Galway
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Sociology and Geography
Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a triple major in Political Science, Sociology, and Geography. The curriculum covered interdisciplinary studies in social sciences and human geography, providing a broad understanding of societal structures and political systems.
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