Head of Recruiting & HR

At Embla Medical , we are a purpose-driven company dedicated to improving people’s mobility through the delivery of Prosthetics, Neuro Orthotics, Bracing & Supports and Patient Care. We do this with compassion and innovation, from how we design our award-winning mobility solutions to how we operate our network of patient care clinics.

We are dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients to help them live Life Without Limitations.

The Human Resources Director is a senior HR leader responsible for developing and executingPeople strategies that support the ForMotion business unit asEmbla Medical’s major operations sites across the Americas.This role partners closely with executive and operational leadership to enable business performance, workforce scalability, and cultural alignment ina complex, multi-siteand multi-countryenvironments.

The Director delivers high-impact HR solutions across clinical,operationalandcorporate populations, while ensuring compliance with U.Mexico, and applicable local labor laws.The Directorleads a team of HR Business Partnersthathelpcreate and implement solutions across this diverse portfolio.

The roleoperatesas a trusted advisor to leaders and works in close partnership with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) andlocal and globalHR Business Partners to drive consistent, scalable, and employee-centered practices.execution of this role, the Director leads in alignment with the Americas People Team Principles, including operating as a unified business partner, making data‑informed and jointly owned decisions, enabling a seamless employee experience, designing solutions for the majority rather than exceptions, and fostering a culture of trust, respect, and continuous improvement.

Lead and execute HR strategies aligned with ForMotion business priorities and Össur operationalobjectives, including growth, operational excellence, and workforce stabilityacross the Americas and Mexico.

Serve as the primary HR leader fortheForMotion business unitleader, providing hands‑on, strategic HR partnership.

SupportsForMotion’sRegions andOssur’s operational locationsthroughlocal HR Business Partner support.

Partner withbusiness leadersto support workforce planning, talent capability, succession planning, and organizational design.

Lead and develop a team of HR Business Partners, fostering strong business acumen, operational understanding, and consistent HR execution.

Provide leadership on employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, disciplinary actions, and complex or high‑risk cases.

Support change management initiatives including restructures, acquisitions, integrations, and process transformations.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international labor laws, employment regulations, and internal policies across all supported locations.

Collaborate closely with HR COEs to deliver integrated and scalable HR solutions.

Drive engagement, retention, and culture initiatives tailored to operational and field‑based workforces.

Analyze workforce data and peoplemetrics to inform decision‑making, identifytrends, and proactively mitigate risk.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldrequired;Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant leadership experience

Demonstrated experience supporting multi‑site organizationsand manufacturing facilitiesstrongly preferred

Healthcare, medical device or regulated industry experience a plus

Global organization with a network of employees around the world

At Embla Medical we celebrate different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds

Joining Embla Medical is not just taking a job, patients we care for depend on us to help them get back their freedom and livelihood

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution

9 paid holidays

Embla Medical is committed to sustainable business practices and renowned for positively impacting people‘s health and well‑being

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Embla Medical’s equal opportunity policy prohibits all discrimination (based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, military service, pregnancy, child birth or related medical condition, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by local laws around the world).

Embla Medical is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination by any employee of Embla Medical, including supervisors and co‑workers.

Please take extra caution when asked for any sensitive personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details. We will never ask you for any form of payment during the recruitment process. Please make sure you refer to our official website.

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