People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper

People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper

People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper

The People Function Is Evolving.

Gain a forward view of the cultural, behavioural, and organisational trends set to define the next chapter of leadership and talent in Ireland.

See What’s Changing

Culture, talent, and leadership aren't soft—they're your sharpest edge.

From insight to action

Over 20 Pages of Global Insights

A concise, research-informed guide to the shifts shaping leadership and talent today — and the tools People Directors and HR leaders can apply immediately.

The Rise of the People Function

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Lessons from It's Evolution

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Today's Landscape

10

Shaping What's Next

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Tools for People Directors

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Tools for People Leaders

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Inside the Playbook

Tools and ideas to help leaders build trust, shape culture, and translate strategy into meaningful change.

Clarity on how HR’s role has shifted — and where it’s heading next.

Insight into the forces reshaping culture, trust, and performance.

Frameworks to help People Directors embed autonomy and inclusion.

Tools for leaders to model behaviour and build high-performing teams.

A roadmap to evolve your People Function into a strategic advantage.

Real-world examples from global organisations putting these ideas into practice.

Why It Matters Now

HR leaders across Ireland are navigating talent shortages, hybrid fatigue, and a widening leadership gap. The organisations that treat the People Function as a strategic engine — not a support service — are already pulling ahead.

Lead the Change

Global Practice Insights

The Authors

The expertise of three experienced thought leaders cuts through complexity to deliver clear, actionable tools. Giving you the benefit of diverse perspectives, worldwide thinking, and practical applications for your own work.

Jonny Cooper

Director of Leadership & Talent Development (Ireland)

Wihan de Wet

SME Lead (Netherlands)

Shane McCurry

Organisational Development Culture & Leadership (Australia)

Our Partners

Proven Impact in Leadership

Steering Point unified our leadership team, clarified our vision, and equipped us with a framework for lasting alignment and organisational success.

Executive Director

ESB

Steering Point unified our leadership team, clarified our vision, and equipped us with a framework for lasting alignment and organisational success.

Executive Director

ESB

Steering Point unified our leadership team, clarified our vision, and equipped us with a framework for lasting alignment and organisational success.

Executive Director

ESB

Jonny’s guidance transformed our team. The Steering Point programme delivered quality insights and direction, driving progress and lasting collaboration.

Senior Director

Viatris

Jonny’s guidance transformed our team. The Steering Point programme delivered quality insights and direction, driving progress and lasting collaboration.

Senior Director

Viatris

Jonny’s guidance transformed our team. The Steering Point programme delivered quality insights and direction, driving progress and lasting collaboration.

Senior Director

Viatris

Bring the Playbook to Life in Your Organisation

Download The People Function Evolution and start applying its frameworks to strengthen culture, leadership, and performance across your team.

People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper

People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper

People Function Evolution

Jonny Cooper