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Summar
y:The Senior Human Resources Manager l serves as the strategic and operational leader of all HR functions for Columbia Machine’s Brazil operations. This role is responsible for aligning human resources strategies with business objectives while ensuring full compliance with Brazil’s labor laws (CLT) and regulatory requirement
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Acting as a trusted advisor to local and global leadership, this role drives workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives. The Senior HR Manager owns both the execution of HR operations and the development of people strategies that support sustainable business growth in Braz
il.
Key Responsibili
tiesStrategic Leadership & Business Partner
* shipServe as the primary HR advisor to Brazil leadership, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent stra
* tegyPartner with global HR and executive leadership to align Brazil HR initiatives with corporate priori
* tiesLead the development and execution of HR strategies that support business growth, operational efficiency, and cultural align
* mentProvide insights and recommendations based on HR metrics, trends, and workforce analy
tics
HR Operations & Compliance (Brazil F
* ocus)Oversee all HR operations within Brazil, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, compensation, and ben
* efitsEnsure full compliance with Brazil labor laws (CLT), union agreements, and regulatory require
* mentsServe as the escalation point for complex employee relations issues, investigations, and labor dis
* putesManage relationships with legal counsel, auditors, and government agencies as n
eeded
Talent Management & Organizational Devel
* opmentLead talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain high-quality talent in a competitive
* marketDrive performance management processes, leadership development, and succession pl
* anningDesign and implement programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational capa
* bilitySupport organizational changes, restructuring, and workforce optimization initi
atives
Compensation, Benefits & HR P
* rogramsOversee compensation strategy, salary benchmarking, and incentive programs in alignment with local market pr
* acticesEnsure effective administration of benefits consistent with Brazilian requirements (e.g., INSS, FGTS, Vale Transporte/Re
* feição)Lead implementation of global HR programs while adapting them to local Brazi
l needs
Employee Relations &
* CultureFoster a positive and compliant work environment by promoting strong employee relations and proactive issue re
* solutionLead investigations related to workplace concerns, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant
* outcomesSupport development of a strong organizational culture aligned with compan
y values
Team Leadership & HR G
* overnanceLead, develop, and mentor local HR tea
* m membersEstablish and maintain HR processes, standards, and documentation to support consistency and c
* omplianceEnsure timely and accurate HR reporting to corporate l
* eadershipParticipate in global HR initiatives and governance
processes
Qual
* ificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s
* preferred)8+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility
* in BrazilStrong expertise in Brazil labor law (CLT), employee relations, and compliance re
* quirementsProven ability to operate at both strategic and operatio
* nal levelsExperience working in a multinational or matrixed organization strongly
* preferredProfessional HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent)
* preferredFluency in Portuguese and Englis
* h requiredStrategic thinking and busin
* ess acumenStrong employee relations and conflict resolut
* ion skillsDeep knowledge of Brazil labor and regulatory e
* nvironmentLeadership and team d
* evelopmentExecutive communication and influenc
* ing skillsAbility to manage risk and navigate complex
HR issues
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