(October 20th 2026) Tallaght University Hospital (TUH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Lennox as Director of Human Resources. A highly skilled HR leader with more than 25 years' experience in Human Resources, including over 15 years in senior leadership positions within the healthcare sector. Lisa’s expertise spans strategic workforce planning, organisational transformation, industrial and employee relations, talent management, HR operations and leadership development.
She has held a number of HR leadership positions, building extensive knowledge and experience across the Hospital before moving to Children’s Health Ireland in 2019. Lisa returned to TUH in 2023 as Head of the HR Medical Division before being appointed as Deputy Director of HR/Head of HR Operations in July 2025. Since her return, she has made a significant contribution across a range of strategic and operational initiatives supporting staff and services throughout the organisation.
Welcoming the appointment, TUH CEO (Interim) Dermot Carter said: "Lisa has already made a significant contribution since returning to the Hospital and has demonstrated a deep commitment to supporting our people and services. Lisa’s experience, leadership and understanding of the organisation will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our workforce and deliver the highest quality care to our patients. I look forward to working with Lisa as she takes up this important role."
Speaking about her appointment, Lisa said: "I am delighted to be appointed Director of Human Resources at TUH. I look forward to working with colleagues across the Hospital to support our people and the delivery of high-quality patient care."
This appointment follows the departure of Sharon Larkin. TUH would like to acknowledge and thank Sharon for her significant contribution to the Hospital during her tenure as Director of Human Resources. Her commitment, professionalism and dedication have been greatly valued, and the organisation wishes her every success and happiness in her new role.
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