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People Director

Mexico City, Mexico

Full-time

About Luca

Luca is an AI SaaS startup revolutionizing K-12 education in Latin America.

As one of the fastest-growing startups in Mexico, we’re gearing up for our next big leap in growth, backed by the best European investors.

We’re reimagining how millions of students across Latin America learn — blending world-class content, smart software with AI, and beautifully crafted physical books into a single learning experience. Our model is proven and scaling. We’ve grown fast, with deep product adoption and the trust of schools, parents, and students across the region.

At Luca, we believe our people’s experience is just as important as our product. We want every team

member to feel engaged, supported, and proud to be here. That’s where you come in.

The Role

As Luca’s People Director, you’ll own the end-to-end journey of our people. From onboarding to recognition, from feedback to growth, you’ll ensure that every touchpoint reflects our values of trust, care, and impact.

This role blends strategy and empathy : designing programs that strengthen loyalty and culture, while supporting managers and teams in their day-to-day. You’ll also work in close collaboration with the CEO and leadership team, helping to shape the way Luca scales its culture and people experience.

Your Mission

Onboarding & Integration – Create memorable first experiences that make new hires feel welcomed and connected.

Manager Support & Coaching – Partner with managers, giving them tools and confidence to lead effectively and empathetically.

Engagement & Well-Being – Launch initiatives that foster belonging, recognition, and wellness — ensuring loyalty is visible and celebrated.

Feedback & Listening – Build channels so every team member has a voice, and turn insights into action.

People Operations with Heart – Oversee contracts, payroll, and compliance through external partners, ensuring smooth, people-first processes.

Culture & Community – Be the guardian of our cultural fabric, reinforcing trust and making Luca a place people want to stay and grow.

Who You Are

Already based in Mexico (ideally Mexico City) — we’re especially excited about international professionals who have chosen Mexico as their home.

Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken). Portuguese is a plus.

5–6 years of experience in People Ops, HR, Talent, or Culture roles (ideally in startups / scale-ups)

Empathetic, approachable, and structured, with a track record of building strong relationships

Passionate about creating a workplace where people thrive, not just work

Why Join Us

Competitive salary with equity upside

The chance to design and lead the full employee experience in a scaling startup

Work with a diverse, mission-driven team across Mexico, LATAM, and Europe

Shape the cultural DNA of one of Latin America’s fastest-growing edtechs

Collaborate directly with the CEO and leadership on people strategy and culture

About Luca

Founded in Portugal, Luca is the fastest-growing edtech company in Mexico — and one of the top early-stage startups in Latin America. We’re building the AI-native education company of the future : combining great content, intuitive software, and the power of AI to reshape how students learn.

Already serving 20,000+ students in under 18 months, we’ve earned recognition from global leaders in edtech :

GSV Cup – Top 3 Global EdTech Startups

HolonIQ – Top 100 LatAm EdTechs

Nova SBE 2024 Alumni Award for Founder