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Regional Head of People, LatAm, Panama City (PA)

Upcoming

The Company

This US-based multinational consumer goods company has a strong and growing presence across Latin America, employing more than 2,000 people in the region. Its brands reach millions of consumers every day through products that are trusted, accessible, and part of daily life. The company combines the scale and stability of a global organization with the pace and entrepreneurial spirit of a dynamic business, creating an environment where people can make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow their careers.

The Role

The Regional Head of People, LatAm is a key leadership role responsible for leading the people agenda across over five countries in the region. The role reports to the VP, People, Americas, based in the US, and leads a regional HR team of approximately six to eight people, including HRBPs and HR support roles, while partnering closely with global Centers of Excellence. This role works closely with regional business leaders to support organizational growth, strengthen culture, and build strong teams. As the company continues to expand in the region, this role offers the opportunity to grow in scope and make a meaningful impact.

The Individual

The ideal candidate will bring HR leadership experience in multinational organizations operating across multiple countries in Latin America. Experience in consumer-facing industries such as consumer goods, retail, healthcare, or similar sectors. The role requires strong experience leading HR teams and working closely with Centers of Excellence in a global structure. Candidates should be comfortable partnering with senior business leaders and supporting organizations through growth and change. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required. The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment.

Potential Upsides

This is a great opportunity to join a well-known consumer brand during a period of continued growth in the region. The role offers strong regional visibility and the chance to partner closely with senior leaders while shaping the people agenda across multiple countries. It also provides the opportunity to grow in scope as the organization continues to expand in Latin America.

Potential Challenges

This is a great opportunity to join a well-known consumer brand during a period of continued growth in the region. The role offers strong regional visibility and the chance to partner closely with senior leaders while shaping the people agenda across multiple countries. It also provides the opportunity to grow in scope as the organization continues to expand in Latin America.
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At a Glance

Job Function
Generalist HR , HR Change/Transformation
Industry
Consumer Goods
Role
Permanent
Location
Panama
International Coverage
Regional
Global HQ
North America
Global Revenue
US$10-100 Billion
Solid Report to
VP of People, Americas
Date
12 March 2026
Job Reference
10533/NH