HR Manager North America

Company Description

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 55 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.  

#LI-Hybrid

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Business Unit Director and with a functional reporting to HR Group, you will oversee the comprehensive HR lifecycle for our North America operations, delivering all HR & compliance activities to support professionals across multiple locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership
• Develop HR strategy aligned with business objectives
• Define strategic HR plans supporting current and future needs
• Build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships and establish key HR metrics for executive decision-making

Operations & Talent Management
• Manage employee relations by addressing demands, grievances and workplace issues
• Coordinate recruitment processes and talent acquisition strategies
• Drive engagement, development, and retention initiatives
• Oversee performance management systems and training programs

Compliance & Benefits
• Ensure full legal compliance with US/Mexico employment laws
• Stay current with federal, state and local employment laws
• Coordinate US payroll compliance and ensure successful internal and external audits
• Maintain competitive compensation and benefits programs
• Manage OSHA requirements

Team Leadership
• Lead and develop team of 3+ HR professionals
• Provide guidance on complex HR matters and escalated issues

Qualifications

Experience: 5-15 years progressive HR experience, preferably in multinational corporations with multi-state operations

Core Skills:
• Deep US labor law knowledge. Knowledge of Mexico labor law will be a plus.
• Strong business acumen and communication skills
• Change management and goal-oriented mindset
• HRIS systems and HR analytics proficiency

Education:
• Required: Bachelor's in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• Preferred: Master's/MBA + HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

Additional Requirements:
• Travel flexibility between locations
• Cross-timezone coordination capability
• Cultural sensitivity for diverse, multicultural environment

Additional Information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality,  diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.