Fox latam is seeking a seasoned and proactive hr manager to support our mexico-based teams. This individual will play a critical role in aligning local hr operations with global strategies, ensuring compliance with mexican labor laws, and enhancing workforce performance through talent, engagement, and cultural integration initiatives.
this is a high-impact individual contributor position requiring deep experience in mexican hr practices, combined with the ability to work cross-functionally across hr centers of excellence, including compensation, recruiting, benefits, hr operations, and legal. The hr manager will report directly to the svp, hr based in new york and collaborate closely with u.s. and international stakeholders.
a snapshot of your responsibilities
serve as the hr lead for mexico, partnering with local and global leaders on people strategy, workforce planning, and organizational development
ensure full compliance with mexican labor law, imss, infonavit, and all statutory requirements
support organizational change and integration efforts, especially during growth or structural shifts
act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution, in coordination with legal and hr leadership
champion employee experience programs
oversee recruitment efforts and onboarding for regional hires, in collaboration with global talent acquisition and compensation teams
coordinate with the hris team to ensure accurate and up-to-date employee data, payroll, and benefits administration
provide leadership in talent calibration, performance reviews, and employee development initiatives
monitor hr metrics and provide insightful reporting to inform business decisions
recommend and implement scalable hr processes to support operational excellence and employee growth
what you will need
5+ years of progressive hr experience, with strong familiarity with mexican labor law and employment practices
prior experience in global or multinational organizations, ideally within the media sector
demonstrated success in advising business leaders during times of change, restructuring, or integration
strong knowledge of the employee lifecycle, from hiring and onboarding to performance and offboarding
effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and professional judgment
high comfort level operating both strategically and tactically, often in a matrixed environment
bilingual proficiency in spanish and english (written and spoken)
analytical mindset with ability to translate data into actionable insights
nice to have, but not a dealbreaker
experience working within u.s.-based or cross-border hr teams
knowledge of hr platforms, tools, and analytics (e.g., workday)
exposure to organizational design, change management, or cultural transformation work