Human Resources Business Partner

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The Senior HR Business Partner will act as a strategic and operational partner to the business, supporting all HR functions in a hands-on and generalist manner. In addition to ensuring the execution of HR processes and policies, the Senior HRBP will play a leading role in the implementation of projects, development initiatives, engagement actions, and compliance with local regulations, ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies.

Location: São Paulo, Brazil

Reports to: District HR Manager – South America

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Full-cycle recruitment for internal and external hires.

• Partner with managers to define profiles and negotiate offer packages.

• Ensure a positive onboarding experience, aligned with global standards.

• Support market mapping and employer branding initiatives.

2. Learning & Development

• Implement and monitor local and global training programs.

• Support leadership and employee development programs.

• Coordinate knowledge-sharing events and cultural initiatives.

• Monitor and follow up on individual development plans.

3. Performance & Talent Management

• Support the global performance cycle and talent programs.

• Provide guidance to managers and employees on career development and feedback.

• Conduct engagement surveys and exit interviews.

4. Compensation, Benefits & Payroll

• Support administration of local benefits.

• Liaise with external payroll providers to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure adherence to labor legislation (vacations, terminations, timekeeping, leaves, etc.).

• Conduct market benchmarking analyses.

• Monitor HR budgets and actual monthly expenses.

5. Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR matters.

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and ethical standards.

• Provide support on sensitive cases in partnership with legal advisors.

• Conduct exit interviews and follow-up on critical cases.

6. Culture & Events

• Design, develop, and lead HR events and initiatives: year-end parties, commemorative dates, ESG actions, and team-building activities.

• Promote employee engagement initiatives and strengthen organizational culture.

• Organize internal knowledge-sharing events and cultural activities (e.g., talks, workshops).

• Foster a positive work environment aligned with ZIM’s values.

7. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Liaise with occupational health providers to ensure compliance with NR1 and other legal requirements.

• Oversee occupational health and safety programs: pre-employment, periodic and termination exams, PCMSO and PGR.

• Support internal and external audits (including SOX).

• Ensure compliance with local labor and occupational health standards as well as global HR policies.

8. HR Operations & Analytics

• Manage and update HR data in systems (HCM Oracle, ADP or others).

• Extract and analyze HR metrics (headcount, turnover, absenteeism, etc.).

• Prepare HR reports and presentations for regional and global leadership.

• Propose continuous improvements in processes and policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Psychology, HR Management or related fields.

Experience in multinational companies, nice to have.

Ability to operate both strategically and operationally.

Proven experience in project management and HR initiatives implementation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; HRIS experience preferred.

Advanced English; Spanish desirable.

5+ years of HR experience required