HR Business Partner

As we prepare to open our first studio in Brazil, we’re looking for a hands-on HR Business Partner to play a key role in building the HR foundation. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and knows what it takes to establish HR practices from the ground up. You’ll be the go-to HR expert for our local operations in São Paulo—working closely with business stakeholders to build strong teams, implement processes, and ensure compliance across all aspects of the employee lifecycle.

Please note: this is an on-site position based in São Paulo.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic HR partner to business stakeholders, guiding the entire employee lifecycle.
• Lead HR efforts for the launch and growth of the new Brazil studio, helping to build local HR infrastructure and support operations from day one.
• Support workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning to meet business needs.
• Recruit key talent in partnership with Talent Acquisition, ensuring cultural and role fit for a new market and studio.
• Support local payroll processes and contribute to standard compensation and benefits structures and practices.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and internal HR policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate HR-related risks.
• Champion HR initiatives and processes that drive a collaborative, performance-oriented culture.
• Resolve complex employee relations issues while advising managers on team dynamics and performance matters.
• Track and analyze key HR metrics to inform business and HR decisions.
• Prepare and manage contracts, addendums, and other employee documentation.
• Organize and maintain accurate personnel records and systems.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional HR projects in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources, ideally as an HRBP or in a mid-level HR leadership role.
• Experience with payroll and compensation & benefits in a local HR role.
• Background in hospitality, F&B, or factory/plant environments is a strong plus.
• Deep understanding of local labor legislation and best HR practices.
• Experience across multiple HR disciplines including recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with all levels of the organization.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to drive change and influence business outcomes.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English, both written and spoken.