HR Head Brazil

Our client is a multinational industry, based in São Paulo/SP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the HR strategy for Brazil, supporting manufacturing, commercial and corporate functions
• Partner with plant and country leadership on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness and HR budget
• Ensure compliance with Brazilian labor law, company policies and governance standards
• Ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing, statutory reporting, and audit readiness in accordance with Brazilian labor, tax and social security regulations
• Oversee core HR operations, including employee relations, labor relations, compensation and benefits, payroll, talent and performance management
• Act as the primary interface with labor authorities, unions and external stakeholders
• Manage union and employee committee relationships, including participation in collective bargaining as required
• Oversee complex employee relations matters, investigations, disciplinary actions and terminations, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation
• Monitor HR metrics, risks and trends, providing insights and recommendations to leadership
• Promote employee engagement, positive industrial relations and a safe, productive workplace

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Administration or related areas
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Proven experience managing HR as both site and country level
• Strong expertise in Brazilian labor law, payroll and employment regulations
• Broad HR functional knowdledge (C&B, Talent Management, Workforce Planning and others)
• English proficiency is mandatory