Meet Ms. Rabia Mirza:
Ms. Rabia Mirza is an accredited HR Consultant, Executive Coach, and Trainer, recognised for her expertise in leadership development, risk mitigation, and organisational efficiency.
As the Founder & CEO of Leadership & HR Solutions, based in Dublin, she partners with organisations to develop effective leadership teams, implement strategic HR solutions, and drive business performance. Rabia firmly believes that strong leadership and well-structured HR practices not only enhance organisational culture but also improve EBITDA and long-term sustainability. Her services include Executive Coaching, People Management Training, and Outsourced HR Consulting.
With over 20 years of experience in HR and leadership development, Rabia has held senior roles in the industrial manufacturing and logistics sectors, leading teams across Ireland, Canada, and the USA. She has successfully managed multi-site, global operations, focusing on optimising efficiencies, strengthening leadership capabilities, and fostering high-performing teams.
Rabia’s academic credentials reflect her commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence. She holds an Honours Degree in HR Management from Technological University Dublin (TUD, Dublin, Ireland), a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University (SFU, Vancouver, Canada), and an Advanced Diploma in Leadership and Executive Coaching from Kingstown College, (Dublin, Ireland). She is also a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner with RocheMartin (ECR and ECR 360, Dublin). Additionally, she pursued an Advanced Diploma in Computing Sciences at TUD.
Beyond her professional work, Rabia is an active member of the HR, coaching, and logistics communities. She is a Practitioner and Member of the European Mentoring & Coaching Council (EMCC) and a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). She is also a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland (CILT) and serves as the Chairwoman of Women in Logistics and Transport Ireland (WiLAT), advocating for greater diversity and leadership in the industry. In addition, she is a Companion of Engineers Ireland (EI) and a Member of the Irish Digital Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (IDEAM) network. Alongside running her business, she lecturers in HR Management at the University College Dublin (UCD, Dublin, Ireland).
Rabia’s expertise has earned her recognition as one of the Top Coaches in Ireland for 2025, 2024, and 2023. Her insights are regularly featured in business publications, industry webinars, and radio segments, where she shares thought leadership on HR, leadership, and organisational strategy.
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Personal background:
Born in a small town in Bhalwal, Pakistan, Rabia moved to Dublin, Ireland, with her parents and younger sister at the age of five. From a young age, she exhibited strong leadership qualities, actively participating in numerous extra-curricular activities throughout her school years. Her interests ranged from Irish dancing and drama to captaining the netball team and serving as a prefect, where she mentored younger students. She also excelled in art and reading, winning several medals.
At just 13 years old, she delivered her first public speech to President Mary Robinson at Áras an Uachtaráin in Dublin. A dedicated and high-achieving student, she continued her education at university, earning multiple qualifications. Passionate about lifelong learning, she seeks inspiration in new ideas and experiences.
Leadership runs in her family, spanning multiple generations. Rabia draws significant inspiration from her grandmothers, both of whom were natural leaders with distinct leadership styles. She firmly believes that leadership is ingrained in her DNA and thrives in roles that allow her to guide and empower others.
Rabia advocates for personal alignment as the key to inner peace, achieved by reconciling the past, present, and future. She recognises that many individuals feel compelled to adopt different personas based on their various life roles, which can create immense stress over time. Her mission is to help professionals lead more fulfilling lives by aligning them with their core values and purpose. This vision ultimately led her to establish her business, dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
Hobbies, interests & quirks:
Rabia is a passionate foodie, though this should not be mistaken for a love of cooking. She enjoys a wide variety of cuisines, with Middle Eastern, Mexican, and Spanish dishes ranking among her favourites. A firm believer in the magic of coffee, she prefers a dark roast, with Indonesian coffee being her top choice.
She has a deep appreciation for the outdoors and finds joy in long walks, cycling, rowing, hiking, and camping. Being surrounded by nature and the five elements brings her a sense of peace and rejuvenation.
Rabia thrives in great company, valuing strong relationships and meaningful connections. Painting her nails serves as a personal form of relaxation and therapy. She believes that laughter, especially the kind that makes one’s stomach ache, is often underrated. A unique aspect of her journey is that she has had grey hair since the age of 13, embracing it as part of her story.
Professional background:
Rabia has extensive experience in HR and leadership development across the industrial manufacturing, logistics, private healthcare, and professional services sectors. Before founding her business in 2022, she spent 20 years in senior Human Resources roles, where she specialised in developing leadership teams, mitigating risk, and driving operational efficiencies. Her expertise spans multiple regions, including Ireland, Mainland Europe, Canada, and the USA, where she has successfully managed teams and operations across multiple global sites.
Education, accreditations & affiliations:
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration; Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada.
BSc (Hons) in Human Resources Management; Technological University Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
Advanced Diploma in Executive, Leadership and Personal Coaching; Kingstown College, Dublin, Ireland.
Accredited Executive & Leadership Coach with EMCC (European Mentoring and Coaching Council). In the process of ICF accreditation.
Rated as one of the top coaches in Ireland 2025, 2024 and 2023.
Emotional Intelligence Practitioner; ECR & ECR 360, Roche Martin, Ireland.
Chartered member of the Certified Institute of Personnel & Development, Ireland (CIPD).
Former member of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of BC, Canada (CPHR BC).
ChairWoman of Women in Logistics and Transport Ireland (WiLAT), a section of the Chartered Institute of Transport and Logistics.
Chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Transport and Logistics (CILT).
Member of Engineers Ireland (EI).
Member of Irish Digital Engineering and Manufacturing (IDEAM).
Keynote speaker at conferences, trade shows and events.
Her work is regularly featured in industry magazine, journals, journals and radio show.
