Sr. Manager, Employee Relations - LATAM

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove; US-CA-Valencia; US-FL-Ft. Lauderdale; US-GA-Alpharetta; US-MA-Marlborough; US-MN-Arden Hills; US-TX-Houston

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.       

About the role: 

Boston Scientific (BSC) believes that to grow our business, we must grow our people.  We are seeking a Sr. Manager Employee Relations LATAM to lead a team of HR professionals in employee relations, policy interpretation, workplace investigations, and complex HR issues across Latin America. This strategic role focuses on continuous improvement, team effectiveness, and optimizing employee experience, partnering with HR leadership to scale and execute solutions aligned with business goals. The position reports to the Global Director of Employee Relations and collaborates with global HR teams to deliver consistent, scalable services.

Your responsibilities will include:   

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the Latin America Employee Relations (ER) team.

• Provide coaching and training on conflict resolution, performance management, and policy interpretation.

• Build a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive team culture.

• Allocate resources to align with global ER priorities and organizational goals.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Serve as the ER expert for complex investigations and policy interpretation across Latin America.

• Ensure fair, consistent resolution of sensitive employee matters.

• Guide managers and employees on workplace issues and compliance.

• Develop, maintain, and advise on HR policies aligned with global and local standards.

• Assess and mitigate risk in employee-related matters.

Collaboration & Influence

• Partner with Legal, HRBPs, People Services, and compliance/security teams to resolve escalated issues.

• Align team priorities with employee and HR community needs; act as an escalation point.

• Provide guidance on root-cause analysis and intervention planning.

• Support adoption of the Global ER support model; collaborate with HR Ops and global teams to improve technology and service delivery.

• Influence leaders to drive consistent employee experience and adopt new ways of working.

• Identify improvements to services, processes, policies, and procedures using data and feedback.

Change & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across HR service delivery, COEs, and HRBPs.

• Optimize core HR processes and embed a culture of continuous improvement.

• Support change management efforts to strengthen adoption of the HR operating model.

• Enhance overall employee experience and operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years of progressive experience in human resources in a people leader role, with a focus on employee relations, full cycle workplace investigations, performance management, and compliance in highly matrixed organizations with multi-country or global focus. Equivalent combination of education and work experience would be considered. Advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience managing and conducting full-cycle, complex internal employee investigations supporting multiple countries.
• Experience leading teams and demonstrated ability to influence and drive performance
• Strong cultural competence
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish. Portuguese language proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to influence at all levels in the organization and success in working in a matrixed organization
• Regional Expertise: Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, with specific experience in countries in Latin America.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and matrixed work environment. 

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, teambuilding and customer service skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

Requisition ID: 619257

Minimum Salary: $127900 

Maximum Salary: $243000 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.