KnowBe4

Human Risk Management

HRManager

São Paulo, Brazil Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“HR Manager at KnowBe4. Skills: HR Manager, Human Risk Management, Strategic and operational leader, Local HR head, Candidate assessments, Onboarding experience, Local HR operations and compliance, Alignment with global KnowBe4 standards. Driving the growth and health of the Brazil team. Scaling the Brazil Success Hub’s headcount in partnership with Talent Acquisition (TA)”

What You'll Achieve.

Scaling the Brazil Success Hub’s headcount; Ensuring a world-class onboarding experience; Ensuring the Brazil office remains seamlessly aligned with global KnowBe4 standards; High-velocity, high-quality hiring process

Industry & Context.

Human Risk Management

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Human Resources Management, or other relevant fields, Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including experience in a high-growth "Success Hub" or global company environment - ideally in the tech space., Bilingual Fluency: Exceptional verbal and written communication in both Portuguese and English., Deep knowledge of Brazilian Labor Laws (CLT) and local HR best practices., Demonstrated ability to influence local leaders and provide sound coaching on complex ER issues., "eye for talent" and the ability to assess cultural alignment objectively., Proficiency with Workday and Google Workspace., A "hands-on" approach with the ability to pivot between strategic meetings and operational execution., Collaborative Ability, A hands-on approach and service mindset, A high level of confidentiality, Excellent time management and organizational skills, Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Nice to Have

Experience with Workday is a plus

What You'll Do.

Driving the growth and health of the Brazil team, Scaling the Brazil Success Hub’s headcount in partnership with Talent Acquisition (TA), Serving as the "gatekeeper" of company culture through candidate assessments, Ensuring a world-class onboarding experience for the workforce in partnership with the TA and Onboarding teams, Managing local HR operations and compliance, Ensuring the Brazil office remains seamlessly aligned with global KnowBe4 standards, Partner with the Snr.

Director of HR (Americas) and local leadership to execute the growth roadmap for the Brazil Success Hub, Identify and develop local talent, building a pipeline of future leaders within the Success Hub, Provide guidance on org design and workforce planning to support rapid expansion and changing business needs, Act as the primary local partner for the Global TA team, helping to streamline hiring steps and local market positioning, Lead and conduct "Culture Fit/Alignment" assessments for final-stage candidates, Assist in local interview coordination and feedback loops, Design and oversee the onboarding journey for employees in Brazil, Develop and implement strategies to keep the "Success Hub" culture vibrant for both in-office and remote-working employees, Drive local engagement events and DEI initiatives, Directly manage and mentor the Snr.

HR Operations Specialist, Oversee all local employee relations and compliance matters in accordance with Brazilian Labor Law (CLT) and applicable policy, Implement and maintain global HR policies on a local level.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with the Snr. Director of HR (Americas) and local leadership; Partner with Talent Acquisition (TA); Partner with the TA and Onboarding teams; Collaborate with HR Business Partners, other regional HR Managers, HR functional departments and Success Hub teams

Communication Scope

Exceptional verbal and written communication in both Portuguese and English

Full Job Description

KnowBe4 is the global leader in Human Risk Management, trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide to secure their employees and AI agents for over 15 years. We're pioneering a new era of security. AI-powered since 2016. And market-leading since day one. Our HRM+ combines continuous risk intelligence, advanced technical defenses, and personalized training to help organizations build strong security cultures. We help organizations understand, measure, and reduce human risk across their entire workforce, defending against, deepfakes, and emerging AI-powered threats. We believe that protecting organizations from cyberthreats and creating a positive environmental impact go hand in hand. True resilience is collective, it requires us to protect our people, our data, and our planet. Please submit your resume in English. To learn more about our team and office culture in São Paulo, Brazil, visit the following links. Careers Page: https://www.knowbe4.com/careers/locations/sao-paulo Glassdoor: https://www.glassdoor.com/Location/KnowBe4-S%C3%A3o-Paulo-Location-EI_IE969384.0,7_IL[…]M_-C1lsxoZq7Cx8IriVE8MkrzuTmnJzqego77RAWZz9sqGt_55BflwYKpQeg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knowbe4/life/brazil/ The Brazil Success Hub: We are finalizing our flagship office space within the Pinheiros / Vila Olímpia / Itaim Bibi corridor; the heart of São Paulo’s innovation scene. We’ve chosen this area specifically to provide a world-class environment for mentorship, real-time collaboration, and community. This role will be on-site 4 days per week. This "high-touch" start allows our founding team to co-create our local culture and integrate deeply with US department heads. Our 60-Minute Rule: To ensure a sustainable work-life balance, we prioritize a 60 minute or less commute as we want the Hub to be a value-add for those seeking a dedicated community, not a burden on your daily routine. Our current shortlisted locations are all highly accessible via the Yellow Line (Metro) or Emeral

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