TA Manager - LATAM

Johnson & Johnson•West Chester, MA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading Talent Acquisition across the LATAM region, delivering high-quality recruiting strategies that directly enable business growth. The Manager will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, aligning talent strategies with workforce plans and ensuring the organization attracts and hires top talent. This is an exciting opportunity to shape recruitment practices, drive innovation in hiring processes, and influence the future workforce of DePuy Synthes in a dynamic and diverse region. The position combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, offering visibility across business units and the ability to make a measurable impact on organizational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
6-8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition or Human Resources, including full-cycle recruiting
Experience managing recruitment strategies and aligning hiring plans to business needs
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and trends
Experience advising leaders and stakeholders on hiring strategies and talent decisions
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent Spanish required
English proficiency required

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or MBA preferred
Experience in LATAM regional recruiting or multi-country hiring environments
Familiarity with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Experience in the healthcare, medtech, or regulated industry
Knowledge of talent market trends across Latin America
Experience implementing process improvements or recruiting innovations
Ability to work in a matrixed, global organization
Portuguese preferred
HR or Talent Acquisition certifications (e.g., SHRM, HRCI) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end recruitment strategies across LATAM, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
Partner with business leaders to assess current and future hiring needs and align recruiting plans to long-term workforce strategies.
Manage and optimize recruiting processes, systems, and tools to improve efficiency, candidate experience, and hiring outcomes.
Analyze workforce data and market trends to develop actionable talent acquisition strategies and hiring plans.
Oversee and coach recruiters and/or team members, fostering capability building and consistent performance management.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (HR, business leaders, and external partners) to deliver hiring goals and initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and diversity and inclusion standards throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in Talent Acquisition practices, leveraging analytics and best practices.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year