Senior Manager, People & Culture (Human Resources) - Sao Paulo, Brazil

Job Description

Bigger challenges. Bolder ideas. Global impact. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. We’re the company behind the world’s fastest satellite internet service, with technology that’s helping to bridge the digital divide and improve life for our customers around the globe. By providing powerful new ways for people to connect with one another, gain greater access to education, entertainment, medical research, commerce, and much more, our team is empowering millions of customers worldwide. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today. Job Responsibilities

• Partner with managers, leaders and employees to execute people and culture strategies that foster organizational and people effectiveness.
• Provide day-to-day people and culture support for employees and managers across Brazil.
• Maintain knowledge of all applicable laws, including, but not limited to, leave and accommodation laws.
• Provide input/advice on practical solutions to employees and managers on employee-relations concerns, conduct, performance issues and investigations to ensure we are living up to Viasat values and creating a culture that fosters innovation and productivity.
• Partner with the L&D teams to ensure employee development plans are adequately supported.
• Partner with US-based P&C functional team members as required for items such as benefits (including those established by the applicable collective bargaining agreements), L&D programs, TA, Diversity & Inclusion, compensation and Viasat policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with global benefits and compensation teams to ensure competitive offerings and administrate local requirements as needed (e.g. registration with pension office).
• Collaborate with Payroll as needed.
• Assist with ad hoc people and culture projects, representing the Brazilian employees, leaders, and culture.
• Tailor global Viasat policies for local Brazilian law, market and culture.
• Partner with Brazilian Leadership team on CBA/Union matters.
• Partner and support our various businesses, leaders, and employees across Brazil to ensure successful collaboration and integration amongst teams.
• Understand business goals and recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity and development of people and the culture within the company.
• Successfully monitor the "pulse" of the employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement and retention of critical talent.
• Analyze annual employee engagement survey and other forms of employee feedback data to identify and prioritize opportunities.
• Build and execute P&C team strategy to support business growth across Brazil.
• Advise on site specific matters, such as inclement weather, return to office, etc.

Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in HR Operations, Talent Acquisition and/or Generalist roles
• Strong experience/knowledge of Brazilian labor and employment laws
• Business acumen with experience supporting cross-functional and virtual teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a collaborative team environment.
• Written and verbal fluency in English and Portuguese.
• Demonstrates personal initiative in problem solving.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability and desire to learn quickly.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Potential travel up to 25% to include supporting HR needs in remote offices.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience in a mid-large size high tech company
• Experience working for a US headquartered company

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