Global Impact. Human Focus.
Our client, a world-class video game product distributor operating across 19 countries, is seeking a Vice President, People & Culture to lead its global HR function. This is an opportunity to drive strategic people leadership across multiple jurisdictions in a business where scale, speed, and innovation intersect.
About the Company
Our client is a premier global distributor of video game products, representing leading publishers and manufacturers across North, Central, and South America, with reach extending to Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. As the exclusive distribution partner for Sony PlayStation in Latin America, and a trusted partner in the U.S. and Canadian markets, the company is synonymous with flexibility, reliability, and performance. Powered by an entrepreneurial culture, this high-growth organization is propelled by bold leadership, exceptional talent, and a relentless focus on results.
The Mandate
Reporting to the CEO and serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, the Vice President, People & Culture will:
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Lead global HR operations across North and South America
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Act as a strategic advisor on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy
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Drive alignment of HR practices with business objectives and company culture
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Mitigate employment-related risks while ensuring compliance across jurisdictions
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Champion a high-performance, inclusive, and agile culture company-wide
What Success Looks Like (Year 1 Outcomes)
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Global Alignment: Fully integrated HR strategy aligned with business goals across all countries
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Risk Management: Robust compliance framework in place, mitigating employment law risk across Canada, the U.S., and Latin America
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Operational Excellence: High-functioning HR team delivering consistent and timely support across all business units
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Talent Optimization: Enhanced recruitment and performance systems supporting leadership development and internal mobility
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Total Rewards Strategy: Competitive and equitable compensation, benefits, and bonus programs launched globally
Ideal Profile
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15+ years of progressive HR leadership, including 7+ years at the senior executive level
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Proven experience leading HR in multinational environments, including Latin America, the U.S., and Canada
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Hands-on expertise in employment law, compliance, employee relations, performance management, and rewards
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Skilled in building and leading high-performing, globally dispersed HR teams
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Strategic thinker with the agility to operate tactically in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; CHRL designation preferred
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Willingness to travel internationally as required
Why This Move Makes Sense
This is a pivotal role in a fast-paced, global organization at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and logistics. You’ll be empowered to build, influence, and shape a high-impact people strategy that scales with the business. If you’re energized by complexity, collaboration, and opportunity on a global stage—this is your next move.
Interested? – Next Steps
If you meet the qualifications and are excited by the opportunity to lead people strategy in a thriving global business, we’d love to hear from you.
Egility is committed to creating and fostering culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations. We recognize the value in a wide range of ideas, perspectives, experiences, and skillsets in our client’s workplaces. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Egility and our client throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Due to high volume, we will only be contacting applicants who meet all of the minimum requirements listed in the job description. Only those applicants who align most closely with our minimum and preferred qualifications will be contacted for an interview. The Recruiting team at Egility will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.
