Human Resources Director

ManpowerGroup Puerto Rico; Bayamón (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup Puerto Rico is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead the organization’s people strategy and act as a key partner to executive leadership. The role focuses on building high-performing teams, shaping culture, and driving business success through talent across engineering, industrial services, and related sectors.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, at least 5 years in leadership, and strong knowledge of PR employment laws, with bilingual

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Minimum 5 years in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of Puerto Rico employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, training, and compliance.
• Partner with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Develop workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development strategies.
• Foster a positive, engaging work environment and strong organizational culture.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee-related matters.
• Analyze HR metrics to support strategic decisions.
• Lead change management initiatives across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel availability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or related field

Job description

Our client, a well-established company in the engineering and industrial services sector, is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead and execute the organization's people strategy while serving as a key business partner to executive leadership.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced HR leader who is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening organizational culture, and driving business success through talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all Human Resources functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, training, and compliance.
• Partner with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Develop and implement workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development strategies.
• Foster a positive and engaging work environment while promoting a strong organizational culture.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers and leaders on employee-related matters.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead and support change management initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in leadership positions.
• Previous leadership experience managing HR functions and teams.
• Strong knowledge of Puerto Rico employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership and driving strategic HR initiatives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to travel to the EU 25% of the time
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish).

Preferred Experience

• Experience within engineering, construction, manufacturing, energy, industrial services, or related industries.
• Exposure to organizational design, talent management, succession planning, and change management initiatives.
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related discipline
• Professional HR certifications are a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Strategic leadership role with direct exposure to executive management
• Opportunity to shape the future of the HR function within the organization
• Newly created position with the ability to build, influence, and implement key people strategies from the ground up
• Play a critical role in driving talent, culture, organizational development, and workforce initiatives
• Strong visibility across the organization and the opportunity to partner closely with business leaders
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment where your ideas and leadership can have a lasting impact
• Opportunity to leave a meaningful legacy by establishing processes, programs, and best practices that support the company's continued growth