Senior Regional Human Resources Generalist

Description Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that.

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Full-time Position Overview The Regional Senior HR Generalist will work closely with HR leadership and regional management teams to provide hands‑on HR support, ensuring that HR policies, programs, and processes are effectively implemented across the assigned country and/or region. This role will support a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation/pay, and compliance. The Senior HR Generalist will be proactive, organized, and able to manage HR operations across the region with a focus on employee satisfaction and operational efficiency. In‑Office This is a 100% in‑office role based at our Guadalajara, MEX location. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position. Candidates must be able to work on‑site five days per week during designated work hours. The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Leads and executes HR policies, programs and practices across assigned business units.
- Serves as a trusted HR Advisor to managers and employees across all levels.
- Independently manages and resolves complex employee relations issues with sound judgement.
- Provides support for regional recruitment efforts as needed, which may include identifying talent needs, conducting interviews, identifying unique talent engagement and sourcing opportunities and supporting offer processes.
- Leads various HR programs for regional employees including new hire orientations, employee recognition programs, culture activities, service awards, referral programs, community support, compliance training, performance appraisal process, etc.
- Ensures compliance with local labor laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures, across the region.
- Manages HR compliance‑related tasks, including maintaining accurate employee records, following local immigration requirements, reporting, and auditing to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
- Responsible for the communication and enforcement of company policies, ensuring all employees are informed and trained on relevant policies.
- Performs HR operational tasks, including managing employee leave, benefits administration, year end income tax process and other employee‑related documentation.
- Coordinates regional company events such as holiday parties, volunteering activities and others.
- Acts as point of contact for office space planning and facilities related needs in conjunction with the corporate facilities team.
- Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continuously improve in efficiencies of the department and services we perform.
- Analyzes HR data (headcount, turnover, and other HR metrics) to identify trends and provides insights and recommendations to regional leadership.
- Coordinates regional end‑to‑end payroll process (prepare payroll inputs, act as point of contact for internal and external payroll teams as well as for employees in case they have payroll related questions).
- Acts as a point of contact for regional HR and events suppliers (assists procurement with the review of new contracts, their renewals, changes and terminations).
- Conducts exit interviews with leavers and own offboarding process.
- Supports regional employees and/or leadership with learning and training delivery.
- Supports DEI initiatives and helps build an inclusive and supportive work environment. Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Human Resources or related field required.
- Minimum 6 years of progressive HR experience with at least 4 years in a generalist role.
- Performance Management Experience Preferred.
- Proven ability to work autonomously while maintaining alignment with company goals.
- Familiarity with a wide variety of HR concepts, practices and procedures.
- Strong knowledge of local employment law, payroll and immigration process.
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices.
- Ability to handle confidential information with great sensitivity.
- Experience in employee relations and recruitment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communi