People Coordinator LatAm

RLG LatAM; Medellín; On-site; COP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RLG LatAM in Medellin seeks a People Coordinator LatAm to oversee HR activities, drive recruitment, development, performance management, and employee relations, while ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

You will partner with leaders to design strategies, administer compensation and benefits, monitor HR metrics, and continually improve HR processes to foster a productive and compliant workplace.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Psychology, or Industrial Engineering.
• Specialization in Human Resources Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership roles within the field.
• English proficiency.
• Experience managing payroll and social security programs.
• Microsoft Office 365.
• Preferably knowledge of ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR planning: design and execute HR strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives, ensuring effective workforce planning and organizational development.
• Talent attraction and retention: lead recruitment and selection processes to attract top talent and implement retention strategies.
• Performance management: support performance evaluation systems and provide guidance for continuous development.
• Workplace climate and culture: foster a positive culture through internal communication, wellbeing, and engagement initiatives.
• Training and development: identify skill gaps and lead programs to promote employee growth.
• Regulatory compliance and labor risk management: ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies; manage conflicts and disciplinary processes.
• Metrics and reporting: monitor HR indicators and prepare reports for strategic decision-making.
• Compensation and benefits administration: manage salary structures and benefits to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity.
• Management advisory: partner with leaders on people-related matters and organizational changes.
• Continuous improvement of HR processes: optimize HR processes, policies, and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Assertive communication

Empathy

Conflict resolution

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Ethics and confidentiality

Negotiation

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, or Industrial Engineering

Specialization in Human Resources Management

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

People Coordinator LatAm

Department: People

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Medellin

Reporting To: Matthew Tate

Compensation: CO$24.55 / hour

Description

Responsible for overseeing activities related to human talent management within the organization. Leads key processes such as recruitment, hiring, development, performance evaluation, compensation, and employee relations. Responsible for implementing strategies aligned with organizational objectives, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. Collaborates with different areas to provide strategic support in decision-making related to human capital.

Key Responsibilities

Main Tasks

• Strategic Human Resources Planning: Design and execute Human Resources strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives, ensuring effective workforce planning and organizational development.
• Talent Attraction and Retention: Lead recruitment and selection processes to attract the best talent, as well as implement retention strategies that reduce turnover and strengthen teams.
• Performance Management: Support performance evaluation systems, providing assistance to leaders and ensuring continuous feedback for professional development.
• Workplace Climate and Organizational Culture: Foster a positive organizational culture through internal communication, employee well‑being, and engagement initiatives.
• Training and Development: Identify skill gaps and lead programs that promote employee growth and strengthen organizational capabilities.
• Regulatory Compliance and Labor Risk Management: Ensure compliance with labor laws, internal policies, and ethical standards; appropriately manage conflicts and disciplinary processes.
• Metrics and Reporting: Monitor Human Resources indicators and prepare reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Compensation and Benefits Administration: Manage salary structures and benefit programs to ensure external competitiveness, internal equity, and employee motivation.
• Management and Leadership Advisory: Serve as a strategic partner to organizational leaders, providing advice on people-related matters and organizational changes.
• Continuous Improvement of Human Resources Processes: Continuously optimize Human Resources processes, policies, and systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience.

Special Tasks / Projects

• Ensure compliance with applicable QM-EM management system policies within Human Resources, promoting sustainable workplace practices aligned with quality and environmental standards.
• Ensure integration of QM-EM management system requirements into Human Resources processes, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and employee well‑being.
• Implement talent-management strategies that ensure the continuous development of employee competencies and employee retention.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, codes of conduct, and ethical standards applicable to people management.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date Human Resources records and documentation in accordance with legal and management-system requirements, including contracts, training records, evaluations, and related documents.

Special Competencies

Authority to Sign on Behalf of the Company

May sign documentation related to people management, including internal communications and official Human Resources letters, employment certificates, and other formal departmental documents. Authorized to represent the Human Resources Department during internal and external audits concerning legal and regulatory compliance and management systems. Authorized to manage and coordinate recruitment, onboarding/induction, training, organizational climate, and employee well‑being processes on behalf of the company.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Leadership, assertive communication, empathy, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, adaptability, ethics and confidentiality, negotiation, and collaborative teamwork.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Psychology, or Industrial Engineering
• Specialization in Human Resources Management
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership positions within the field
• English proficiency
• Experience managing payroll and social security programs
• Microsoft Office 365

Preferably, knowledge of ISO 9001.