HR Lead (Workforce Engagement, Strategic Initiatives, Recruiting)

About the role

GateSource HR Caribbean Division is hiring, through a strategic client, an experienced and adaptable HR professional for St. Maarten. The role blends strategic planning with hands-on administrative work, supporting the HR function across country operations. It covers recruitment, policy development, employee engagement and compliance, and sits within the FMCG and manufacturing sector.

Key responsibilities

• Align HR activities with the company's strategic goals and work with the Country Station Manager and Accountant on annual budgets, strategic plans and action items.
• Spearhead recruitment across country entities to attract and retain top talent.
• Develop, implement and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Propose and implement process improvements for HR and company operations.
• Run employee engagement initiatives such as annual surveys and programs on wellness, health and safety.
• Monitor industrial relations, resolve disputes and act as a trusted advisor to management on employee relations and performance management.
• Guide and train HR team members and lead employee communication.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation and exit processes, and supervise payroll-related data (new hires, promotions, terminations).
• Process benefits claims (medical, pension, group life insurance) and enforce leave policies.
• Maintain good relations with union representatives, take part in administrative meetings and training/appraisal processes, and take on additional HR assignments.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; Master's degree, PHR or SPHR certification is a plus.
• 8+ years of HR experience with a proven leadership track record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, cultural awareness and ethical integrity.
• Detail-oriented, organized, able to handle confidential information and solve problems.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish is a bonus.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• HR policy administration, recruitment and employee relations

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package
• Health insurance
• Staff meals