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Description & Requirements
dnata is more than a global air and travel services provider. We connect people with possibilities and opportunities across 130+ airports in 34 countries through ground handling, cargo, travel, and catering & retail services. Our purpose is clear: to deliver on the promises our customers make. We are powered by a bold vision to be the world’s most admired air and travel services provider, which guides our strategy, culture, and every role across our teams. Our core values fuel everything we do: we are safe, we play to win, we respect everyone and work together as a team, and we are future thinking. At dnata, we foster diversity, nurture ambition, and celebrate achievement. If you're inspired by purpose and motivated to be part of a global team shaping the future of aviation and travel, we’d love to have you onboard.
Within Brazil, dnata serves more than 15 airlines, with a team of 5000 local aviation professionals, handling over 200000 aircraft turnarounds annually.
As a Head of Human Resources, dnata Brazil, you will lead and manage all Human Resources (HR) functions at the country level, collaborating with the global HR network to drive key priorities such as recruitment, employee development, performance management and policy implementation. You will support the company's goals, business growth and organizational culture in alignment with the overall strategy.
This position will be based in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Some travel within the role is required.
In this role you will
- Lead and direct strategic people plans and initiatives, collaborating with Head Quarter and local leadership to align with business priorities and objectives
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures, maintaining an up‑to‑date employee handbook, compliance with local laws and alignment with company standards
- Manage HR‑related budgets effectively, ensuring optimal utilisation of resources
- Drive continuous improvement in systems processes and practices to enhance people experience and maximise efficiency
- Ensure compliance with laws and regulations, evaluate risks and make informed decisions on people-related matters
- Develop integrated sourcing and recruiting strategies that support organisational growth
- Promote dnatas Vision Mission and Values throughout the employee lifecycle to ensure a positive and engaging experience
- Drive performance management processes, ensure effective talent management and succession planning across the business
- Drive effective reward and recognition initiatives to foster a high-performance culture
Qualification
To be considered for the role you must meet the below requirements
- Bachelors degree and 8 years experience in senior HR roles, preferably in multinational or multisite organizations with strong regional/country HR expertise and application of local labor laws
- Experience in HR systems implementation, business transformation, change management and global/regional mobility programs
- Strong industrial employee relations expertise
- Ability to leverage analytics and provide data-driven insights to drive decision making
- Experience in managing department budgets
- Written and verbal fluency in English and Portuguese
You'll have an edge if you have
- A professional accreditation - CIPD or equivalent
- Written and verbal fluency in Spanish
Recruitment Process and Timeline
Emirates Group, is an international organisation with employees from over 170 nationalities and we encourage applications from across the globe. Your application journey begins by applying via the Emirates Group Careers website. Please ensure your CV is up to date for our talent acquisition team to review your profile. If you meet the criteria of the role, you will then be invited to complete a HireVue video interview, to share more about your experience and your career aspirations. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to interview with our hiring managers. If you are successful, your recruiter will reach out to you with an offer and then our HR team will ensure a smooth transition to your new role at Emirates Group.
Salary & Benefits
At Emirates Group we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in their careers, so if you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity apply today and join our team.