Human Resources Manager

FORTA’S MISSION:

Key Responsibilities:

• Global HR Strategy and Execution:
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company goals across multiple regions, including the USA, APAC, and LATAM.
• Work with leadership to develop policies that reflect global compliance, diversity, and inclusion.
• Design and manage an agile, scalable HR infrastructure.
• Payroll Management (USA & Global):
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in the US and globally, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies, including employee inquiries, wage adjustments, and time-off accruals.
• Keep updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations across jurisdictions to ensure accurate payroll execution and compliance.
• Talent Acquisition and Retention:
• Partner with the recruiting department to source and interview.
• Manage full-cycle onboarding both US-based and international employees.
• Employee Relations and Engagement:
• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees, providing guidance on performance management, conflict resolution, and organizational development.
• Promote a strong company culture that reflects our core values and creates an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Develop and implement engagement strategies tailored to the needs of a global and remote workforce.
• HR Compliance and Legal:
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international labor laws, including data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
• Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures to reflect changes in employment law across jurisdictions.
• Oversee global payroll, benefits, and compensation practices in partnership with finance.
• Performance Management:
• Implement and manage a performance management system that includes goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback loops.
• Identify training and development needs for a distributed workforce and develop relevant training programs.
• HR Systems and Analytics:
• Lead the implementation and optimization of HRIS systems to improve efficiency in managing a global workforce.
• Track HR metrics such as turnover, time-to-hire, and employee satisfaction to inform decision-making.
• Use data to analyze workforce trends and recommend improvements in hiring, retention, employee engagement, and payroll processes.
• Culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI):
• Champion initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the company, ensuring that all employees feel valued and supported.
• Create programs that celebrate cultural diversity and encourage cross-cultural collaboration.
• Benefits and Compensation:
• Oversee employee benefits administration across different regions, ensuring alignment with local regulations.
• Collaborate with finance to develop and manage compensation and benefits structures in different countries, ensuring equitable and fair compensation across regions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or HR certification (e.g., SHRM, PHR, GPHR) is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in HR roles, with at least 2 years in a global HR capacity.
• Experience managing payroll across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
• Deep understanding of US employment laws and international labor laws in key regions.
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment, with the ability to implement scalable processes.
• Proven track record in managing global HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a remote or distributed setting.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, payroll software, and a data-driven approach to HR and payroll management.

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