Talent Acquisition Manager – LATAM

About the role

The Talent Acquisition Manager will lead end‑to‑end recruiting across the LATAM region for DePuy Synthes, a Johnson & Johnson orthopaedics business. The role combines strategic planning with hands‑on execution to attract top talent and support business growth.

Key responsibilities

• Design and execute recruitment strategies for multiple countries, covering sourcing, screening, interviewing and onboarding.
• Partner with business leaders to align hiring plans with long‑term workforce strategies.
• Optimize recruiting processes, systems and tools to improve efficiency and candidate experience.
• Analyze workforce data and market trends to develop actionable talent acquisition plans.
• Coach and develop recruiters and team members, ensuring consistent performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations and diversity & inclusion standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• 6‑8 years of Talent Acquisition or HR experience, including full‑cycle recruiting.
• Proven experience managing recruitment strategies and aligning hiring plans to business needs.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret workforce data and market trends.
• Fluent Spanish and proficient English; Portuguese a plus.

Required skills

• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• HR or Talent Acquisition certifications (e.g., SHRM, HRCI) preferred.