Ignacio Macedo
Montevideo
Summary
Experienced HHRR manager with over 10 years of experience in different companies, with excellent communications skills.
Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving satisfaction of collaborators.
Team work focused.
Have developed HHRR areas from 0
Have worked with people of different countries, cultures and religions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
UKG
07.2022 - Current
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Promoted and enabled necessary changes to align operations with strategic plans.
- Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
- Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
- Conducted employee surveys and interviews to evaluate employee engagement and job satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with leadership to assess and improve policies across board.
- Developed and maintained relationships with recruitment agencies, industry professionals and government agencies for successful recruitment efforts.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
HHRR Manager
Montecon
02.2017 - 07.2022
- Managed team of 400 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Drives, monitors and supports implementation of various (new) HR policies & procedures
- Drives a learning & development culture through talent management, training etc.
- Manages recruitment, evaluation process, feedback 360 and compensation, bonus, etc.
- Responsible for implementation high of Company´s culture through the implementation of performance management
Relationship Manager
Grupo Disco (Grupo Casino France)
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Worked with Operation and Marketing departments to facilitate communication and deliver personalized solutions to customers.
- Responsible of RSE.
- Stakeholders management, relation with community, press and government organizations.
- Company spokesperson.
HHRR Manager
Katoennatie
11.2012 - 02.2016
- Managed team of 380 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Manages recruitment
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation of internal policies.
- Manages employee relations effectively.
HHRR and Legal Manager
Abengoa
06.2010 - 02.2012
- Manages recruitment.
- Works closely with the HQ HR team to provide input on the improvement and development of global HR policies, tools and practices and implements these in the country.
- Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation of internal policies.
- Manages employee relations effectively.
- Responsible for implementation of various HR policies & procedures
- Assessed proposed actions and employee conduct for potential liability and offered suggestions for risk management and remedy.
- Supervised team of 3 attorneys, paralegals, and other legal personnel in conduct of corporate legal and administrative business.
- Drafted and negotiated agreements and transactions on behalf of company.
Corporate Relations Manager
Claro - America Movil
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Worked with stakeholders and leadership to deliver valuable insights.
- Taught in-house employees strategies for successful internal and external communications.
- Built and strengthened industry partnerships to improve product placements, amplify coverage and maximize effectiveness of marketing strategies.
- Wrote engaging and successful press releases to control information and public opinion.
- Cultivated strong corporate image and identity with clear branding.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Partner
MVS Abogados
05.2005 - 06.2008
- Corporate Lawyer
- Managed corporate and LLC-based legal transactions, coordinating document flow and logistical preparation for complex transactional closings.
- Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with state, federal and local regulations across organization.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
Senior Lawyer
Zeinal Abogados
01.2002 - 04.2005
- Corporate Lawyer
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
- Managed high-volume caseload in most populous and demanding circuit.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Attended hearings as representative of corporate entities and firm clients.
- Worked with management and staff to resolve pre-litigation disputes.
Junior Lawyer
Ferrere Abogados
06.2000 - 11.2001
- Corporate Lawyer
- Researched innovative methods of adding value to key client relationships by providing timely material to facilitate frequent interactions with clients.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Provided legal research and legal technical content to produce products showcasing firm expertise.
Education
Attorney At Law - Legal
Universidad Católica
Uruguay03.1993
Skills
- Managerial skills
- Leadership
- Team Work
- People negotiation skills
- Communication
- Multicultural environments
- Coaching Leadership
- Talent Recruitment
- Legal Compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Portuguese
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner
UKG
07.2022 - Current
HHRR Manager
Montecon
02.2017 - 07.2022
Relationship Manager
Grupo Disco (Grupo Casino France)
02.2016 - 10.2016
HHRR Manager
Katoennatie
11.2012 - 02.2016
HHRR and Legal Manager
Abengoa
06.2010 - 02.2012
Corporate Relations Manager
Claro - America Movil
06.2008 - 06.2010
Partner
MVS Abogados
05.2005 - 06.2008
Senior Lawyer
Zeinal Abogados
01.2002 - 04.2005
Junior Lawyer
Ferrere Abogados
06.2000 - 11.2001
Attorney At Law - Legal
Universidad Católica
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