Director People and Culture Location: Mexico City
We are seeking an experienced Director of People and Culture to lead the Human Resources function for a growing international company with operations in Mexico. This role will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing the people strategy, supporting business growth, and building a high-performance culture.
The People Director will oversee the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, leadership development, organizational design, performance management, compensation & benefits, employee relations, and HR operations. This role will also work closely with general HR teams and participate in international HR initiatives and projects.
Key Responsibilities Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on all people-related matters.
Develop and implement the people strategy aligned with business objectives.
Lead talent acquisition, succession planning, leadership development, and retention initiatives.
Drive performance management and organizational development processes.
Ensure compliance with Mexican labor law and corporate policies.
Oversee payroll, HR administration, HR systems, and reporting.
Lead employee engagement and culture initiatives.
Manage compensation and benefits programs aligned with global structures.
Support organizational change, transformation, and business expansion.




Participate in global HR projects and collaborate with international teams.
Manage HR budgets including headcount planning, training, engagement, and HR initiatives.
Candidate Profile We are looking for a senior HR leader with experience working in international and multicultural organizations , ideally within industries such as:
Financial Services
Retail
Manufacturing
Insurance
Consumer Services
Digital or e-commerce companies
Requirements Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree is a plus.
Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles such as People Director, HR Director, HR Business Partner Lead, or Country HR Lead.
Strong knowledge of Mexican labor law.
Experience managing the full employee lifecycle.
Experience working in matrix and international organizations.
Experience leading change management and organizational transformation initiatives.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with global HR systems such as SAP Global / SuccessFactors or similar HRIS.
Fluent English and Spanish (mandatory).
Availability to travel internationally.
Key Competencies Strategic thinking with strong execution capability
Leadership and team development
Change management
Talent and performance management
Influencing and stakeholder management
Business-oriented mindset
Hands-on and results-driven approach

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