Your well-being, our mission. Join a company that makes the world healthier.
GET TO KNOW US
We are revolutionizing corporate well-being. Our platform connects employees around the world with the best partners in physical exercise, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition and sleep routines – all in one subscription. Based in New York with teams in Europe, North America and South America, our mission is to make every company a well-being company.
We believe work should be rewarding, inspiring and balanced. Here, you will find a team that values well-being, collaboration and diverse perspectives, in a place where passion and creativity break boundaries to create real impact. Your contributions will help build a healthier world, for you and millions of people globally.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are hiring a Personnel Department Manager (English Speaker) to join our People Operations team in São Paulo!
The People Operations team plays a fundamental role in providing high-quality operational support, ensuring full labor law compliance and continuously improving the employee lifecycle. As Personnel Department Manager, you will oversee end-to-end processes, manage the relationship with outsourced suppliers, lead union relations and lead a direct team.
YOUR IMPACT
- Lead, guide and develop the direct Personnel Department (People Ops) team, ensuring ongoing operational support, performance alignment and the attraction of new talent to the team.
- Act in strategic management of suppliers and budget, monitoring the performance, costs and contracts of partner companies responsible for payroll processing, benefits and time control.
- Ensure legal compliance and audit readiness, staying ahead of regional labor laws, guaranteeing data integrity and leading participation in annual audits (ISO, regulatory and internal policies).
- Conduct union relations and legal representation, leading collective bargaining agreement negotiations and representing the organization (as preposto/a) in hearings at the Labor Court.
- Partner with the global Payroll and Total Rewards teams to ensure payroll accuracy through rigorous reviews and approvals (without operational execution), and manage benefits calendars and eligibility.
- Act as the main HR/PeopleOps advisor to senior leadership, managing complex processes such as executive hiring and termination with strict alignment to our policies.
- Optimize and drive end-to-end improvements in workflows, HR systems and data use, recommending efficiency strategies for the Business Partners (BPs).
- Live the mission: inspire and empower others by prioritizing your own well-being and that of your colleagues. Create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable taking care of themselves and finding a balance between work and personal life.
WHO YOU ARE
- Have fluency in English (advanced/fluent level), being able to lead meetings, align with global stakeholders, provide regional support and write documents in the language.
- Have solid experience in leadership of Personnel Department/People Operations, with strong involvement in managing the employee lifecycle.
- Have deep understanding and interest in working with strategic management and review/audit of payroll partners, without the need to get your hands dirty with closing/processing in the system.
- Have specialized knowledge of Brazilian labor legislation, union negotiations, legal representation (preposto) and conducting audit processes (e.g., ISO).
- Have prior experience with budget management and contract negotiation with outsourced Personnel and benefits suppliers.
- Be an inspiring leader, with a proven track record in building, developing and supervising HR operations teams.
- Be able to act strategically in process optimization, maintaining high standards of data integrity in HR systems.
- Hold a completed degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law or related areas.
Even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements for this role, apply! We would be delighted to receive your application and assess your fit with our team. Please just note that prior experience in Personnel Department/People Operations leadership, management of labor and union relations, and fluent English are mandatory for this specific role.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
We have created a work environment for you to thrive in every dimension of your life. We do this through well-thought-out benefits, resources for emotional well-being and a culture that empowers each person to truly connect with their role here and take ownership of it, balancing this with their own well-being.
Our flexible benefits program helps you customize them according to your needs!
Our benefits include:
WELLHUB: Free Gold+ plan, with access to thousands of gyms and studios, digital fitness programs and online resources for meditation, nutrition, mental health support, sleep routines and more. You can also add up to 3 family members to your plan, ensuring that those who matter most to you have access to well-being.
WELLZ: A unique and comprehensive resource for mental well-being. Wellz offers personalized journeys that combine weekly cognitive-behavioral therapy sessions (52 per year) and on-demand content.
HEALTH AND CARE: Health plan, dental plan and life insurance.
FLEXIBLE WORK: With a work arrangement that prioritizes flexibility, we offer hybrid and remote positions, so you have the freedom to work in the way that works best for you. The work model for this specific position can be discussed with the recruiter and the leadership. Once you join Wellhub, you can also use our home office reimbursement to set up your home office!
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE: Flexibility is not limited to where we work – it also includes being able to shape how and when we work. In partnership with your leaders, people set their schedules to align with different time zones, each team's needs and each personal routine.
PAID TIME OFF: Disconnecting and recharging your energy is very important. That is why we offer vacation after 6 months of work + 3 days off per year + 1 day off for each year at the company (up to 5 days in total) + 1 day off in your birthday month!
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Welcoming a new family member is one of the most special moments in life. We want every employee to be truly present and enjoy this time with family. That is why we offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents. Those who give birth are also entitled to extended leave (Empresa Cidadã) and an adaptation period (ramp-back), during which they may work part-time until they adjust to their new routine.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Get access to global learning platforms, take part in interactive sessions, build your personalized development map and explore our internal opportunities. Here, we focus on continuous learning and feedback to support your journey toward success – both personal and professional.
CULTURE: You will join a team of dedicated people who come together to break boundaries, support one another and create lasting impact on corporate well-being. We win together, cultivating relationships of trust through transparent communication and a culture where every perspective matters. Learn more about our values and culture.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging @ Wellhub
We seek to create a collaborative, welcoming and inclusive environment, where everyone feels they belong.
Wellhub is an employer committed to promoting equitable opportunities. All qualified people who apply will be given equal consideration, without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law.
Our commitment to inclusion also extends to how we recognize and compensate our employees. We are proud to be a Syndio Fair Pay Certified company, a certification that reflects our ongoing dedication to fair and equitable compensation practices across our global team. Read more here.
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