José Manuel Ramírez
About José Manuel Ramírez
José Manuel Ramírez serves as the Regional Human Resources Director for LATAM at Gensler, overseeing HR operations in Costa Rica, Mexico, and Colombia. He has over 15 years of international experience in human resources management across various industries.
Current Role at Gensler
José Manuel Ramírez serves as the Regional Human Resources Director for LATAM at Gensler, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he directs Human Resources operations and strategies across Costa Rica, Mexico, and Colombia. His responsibilities include overseeing talent acquisition, development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and communications. His strategic approach aims to align HR practices with business goals within the region.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
José Manuel Ramírez has accumulated over 15 years of international experience in Human Resources across various industries. He worked as a Human Resources Manager at Prodigious Latin America by Publicis Groupe from 2018 to 2020 and at Catalina USA from 2020 to 2021. Prior to these roles, he held positions at H Solís, Arcus, Lionbridge CAM, IBM, and Citi, where he contributed to HR management and operations in different capacities.
Education and Expertise
José Manuel Ramírez studied at Saint Paul's College from 1988 to 2001. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica between 2005 and 2008. He furthered his education at INCAE Business School, where he completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Operations and Sustainability from 2011 to 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic HR management.
Human Resources Management Skills
In his various roles, José Manuel Ramírez has developed a comprehensive skill set in Human Resources management. He serves as a strategic business partner for organizations, focusing on key areas such as talent acquisition, employee development, compensation and benefits, and employee relations. His experience across multiple industries enhances his ability to implement effective HR strategies tailored to organizational needs.