Lead Hr Generalist

Lead HR Generalist – AmericasJoin to apply for the Lead HR Generalist – Americas role at Canonical.Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors.The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with ****+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles.Teams meet two-to-four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.The company is founder-led, profitable and growing.We require an HR function that thinks and acts globally.LocationThis role will be based remotely in the AMER region.ResponsibilitiesDeliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracy.Interact closely with the Americas HR Manager and the Global Head of HR to create impact across all HR regions.Be accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive a high-performing team.Work with managers across the business on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, rewards and workforce planning.Partner with the HRIS team to develop and refine operational processes for day-to-day HR administration.Coach and advise people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues across multiple countries.Partner with people managers to support the delivery of appropriate training and development programs.Establish a trusted partnership with the business in your region.Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Design new policies and deliver on business-critical HR related projects globally.What we are looking for in youExceptional academic track record from high school and university.HR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology business.Regional HR experience within Latin America (Brazil and/or Mexico is a plus), with an understanding of local labor laws, competitive awareness and insights.Experience in business partnering with senior stakeholders.Strong project management skills and the ability to define "done" and keep deliverables on track.Experience mentoring and developing others.A good balance between leading and executing; in this role you will need to be hands-on on daily HR routines.Experience working in a remote-first organization.Able to leverage data to make informed decisions.Fluent in business English (written and spoken).Self-motivated, organized, accurate, confident, authentic, results-oriented, open-minded and enthusiastic.Willingness to travel up to four times a year for internal events.Nice to have skillsExperience with immigration policies and mobility processes.Payroll and/or benefits oversight experience.Knowledge of HR systems and databases.Professional HR certification(s).Facilitation skills.What we offer colleaguesDistributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person.Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.Annual compensation review.Recognition rewards.Annual holiday leave.Maternity and paternity leave.Employee Assistance Programme.Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events.Equal Opportunity EmployerCanonical is an equal-opportunity employer.We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination.Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesSoftware Development#J-*****-Ljbffr