HR Director - North America and LATAM

Location: Remote, US based

Our story

At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight."

Our Values:

Champion People - be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

Grow with purpose - Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

Be Alight - act with integrity, be real and empower others.

It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team's expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.

With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

Job overview

We are looking for an experienced HR leader to oversee the HR function for North America and LATAM. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the HR function for US & Canada, Argentina, Mexico and Brazil; consistently and effectively deploying HR policies and programs that align with our global vision and values, support our business objectives, and foster a diverse and inclusive culture. You will also manage a team of HR professionals and provide expert guidance and coaching to the local leaders and managers on all HR matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the HR strategy for North America and LATAM, in alignment with the global HR strategy and the regional business goals
• Lead and manage the HR team, ensuring high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning. Ensure effective working relationships with other parts of the HR function, CoEs and Shared Services
• Partner with local leaders to provide operational HR support, advice, and solutions on all aspects of people management.
• Drive the implementation of global and regional HR initiatives and programs, such as diversity and inclusion, employee engagement, learning & development and succession planning
• Provide the necessary HR support for a variety of business unit changes (e.g. M&A, restructuring), taking into account people implications.
• Responsible for the US & Canada payroll and effectively managing the internal payroll provider relationships. Overseeing payroll for LATAM via the local team.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures, across the region
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics and trends, and provide insights and recommendations to management teams
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as employees, unions, vendors, and industry associations

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a management role
• Experience in managing a regional HR function, preferably in a multinational company
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, trends, and legal frameworks in North America
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse and senior stakeholders
• Hands-on and pro-active approach, with ability to work without strict guidance
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing HR teams
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Willingness and ability to travel within the region and internationally, as required

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and "Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs" 5 years in a row.

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

Diversity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

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Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate's experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit:

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.