Strategic HR That Navigates Complexity & Drives Growth
Who We Are: Your Partner in People Strategy
Founded in the heart of Dublin, Penumbra People was born from the conviction that a company's greatest asset is its people. 'Penumbra' signifies the space between light and shadow; we specialize in navigating the nuanced, often complex, 'grey areas' of human resources with clarity and strategic foresight.
Our mission is to provide bespoke, pragmatic, and ethical HR solutions that not only ensure compliance but also foster a positive workplace culture, drive employee engagement, and support sustainable business growth. We are more than consultants; we are integrated partners in your success.
15+
Years of Combined Experience
98%
Client Retention Rate
50+
Businesses Transformed
Our Comprehensive HR Solutions
Tailored services designed to meet your unique business needs at every stage of the employee lifecycle.
Talent Lifecycle Management
From attracting top candidates to nurturing their growth and ensuring a smooth exit, we cover every stage.
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
- Onboarding & Induction Programs
- Performance Management Systems
- Workforce & Succession Planning
Operational HR Excellence
Streamlining day-to-day HR functions to ensure compliance, efficiency, and peace of mind.
- Employee Relations Management
- HR Policy & Handbook Development
- HR Technology Implementation
- HR Analytics & Reporting
Strategic HR Advisory
High-level guidance to align your people strategy with your overarching business objectives.
- Compensation & Benefits Strategy
- Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
- Organizational Design & Development
- Change Management Support
Our Proven Four-Step Approach
We follow a structured methodology to ensure we understand your business and deliver measurable results.
Discovery & Analysis
We begin with a deep dive into your current HR practices, business goals, and challenges through stakeholder interviews and process audits.
Strategic Design
Leveraging our analysis, we design a bespoke HR strategy and action plan, complete with clear objectives, timelines, and KPIs.
Implementation & Integration
We partner with your team to roll out new policies, programs, and systems, providing hands-on support and training to ensure smooth adoption.
Measurement & Refinement
We track progress against KPIs and provide ongoing support, refining our approach to ensure long-term success and continuous improvement.
What Our Clients Say
Building long-term partnerships is at the core of what we do. Here's what our clients think of our work.
"Penumbra People completely transformed our recruitment process. We're now hiring better talent, faster. Their strategic insight was invaluable for our scaling tech startup."
Aoife Murphy
CEO, Innovatech Solutions
"As an SMB, we lacked a dedicated HR department. Penumbra became our trusted extension, handling complex employee relations and ensuring we were fully compliant. A true lifesaver."
Brian O'Malley
Managing Director, O'Malley Construction
"The Diversity & Inclusion program designed by Penumbra has had a tangible, positive impact on our company culture. Their approach was both sensitive and data-driven."
Sarah Chen
Head of People, Global Foods Ltd.
Let's Shape the Future of Your Workforce
Reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation. We're ready to listen to your challenges and discuss how we can help you succeed.
Our Location & Details
Address: 14 Fitzwilliam Square, Floor 3, Dublin, D02 W286, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 687 4521
Email: info@
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM