Orla Thomas

Orla Thomas has extensive work experience in the field of human resources. Orla currently holds the position of Director of Human Resources at The Merrion Hotel in Dublin, a role they started in April 2021. Before that, they worked as the Human Resources Manager at Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa from October 2019 to April 2021. Prior to that, they held the position of Human Resources Manager at Woodlands & Dublin Oak Academies from November 2016 to September 2019.

In addition to these roles, Orla also worked as an HR Manager in a 6-month contract at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions from June 2016 to November 2016. Orla further served as the Group Human Resources Manager at The Park Academy Childcare from June 2007 to January 2016.

Orla'searlier career includes roles such as Human Resources Manager at Conrad Dublin from June 2005 to June 2007, Human Resources Manager at Mount Juliet Conrad from June 2004 to June 2005, and Training Manager at Conrad Dublin from November 2002 to June 2004.

Orla began their career at PremGroup as a Training Manager from January 2001 to November 2002 and previously worked as a Training Officer at The Merrion Hotel from 2000 to 2001.

Orla Thomas has a diverse education history, showcasing their expertise in various fields. From 2015 to 2016, they attended IBEC / DIT, where they obtained a diploma in Employment Law, specializing in the field of Employment Law. Prior to that, they studied at NCIRL from 2002 to 2006, earning a degree in Human Resources, with a focus on HR & Employment Law. Earlier in their education, Orla attended Shannon College of Hotel Management from 1993 to 1997, where they obtained a degree in International Business & Hotel Management, concentrating on the Hospitality Industry. In addition to their educational achievements, Orla has also obtained a certification in Train the Trainer, although the institution and specific dates of attainment are not provided.