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Coordinator, Workforce & Human Resources, FIFA World Cup 2026

Full time Coordinator Human Resources

Job Description

The WKF & HR Coordinator ensures flawless HR administrative execution for FIFA World Cup 2026 Mexico, with core responsibility for contracts, HRIS/data integrity, onboarding, personnel files, and interviews coordination. The role includes screening support and operational collaboration with Recruiting, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and Office Management. Success in this role safeguards regulatory compliance, maintains accurate employee records, and delivers a smooth employee experience throughout the lifecycle. Reporting line into the Manager, HR Administration – Mexico.

*Please Note that this will be a 4 month-fixed term role*

THE POSITION

This role would be an immediate start.

HR Administration, Contracts & Systems
  • Contracts & Movements: Draft, review, and administer employment contracts, amendments, offers, confirmations, and terminations. Manage hires, exits, and changes with full traceability.
  • HRIS / Data Integrity: Maintain accurate employee data (positions, compensation, benefits) in HR systems; manage approvals and audit-ready documentation.
  • Personnel Files & Privacy: Own digital/physical files with strict confidentiality and compliance with data protection standards.
  • Compliance Support: Coordinate documentation for IMSS, SAT, INFONAVIT, and STPS NOMs in partnership with Payroll and Legal.
  • Reporting: Produce regular reports (headcount, movements, tenure, benefits, workforce plan status) with actionable insights.
Onboarding, Preboarding & Employee Experience
  • Preboarding Logistics: Collect documentation, run validations (background/education if applicable), issue offers, coordinate equipment/access, and first-day logistics.
  • Onboarding Execution: Deliver an efficient day-1 experience—inductions, checklists, systems setup, policy sign-offs, benefits orientation, and timely documentation.
Recruitment Support (Screening & Coordination)
  • Screening: Conduct CV screening against role criteria and process requirements; maintain turnaround times and quality standards.
  • Process Coordination: Schedule interviews/assessments, manage candidate communications, support postings and process closure.
Office & Compliance Coordination (as related to HR operations)
  • General Services Interface: Coordinate with Office Management for workspace readiness, access, vendor support, supplies, and maintenance impacting onboarding/HR operations.

YOUR PROFILE

Education & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field.
Work Experience
  • 2–3 years in HR Administration (contracts, HRIS, onboarding, personnel files) and/or Payroll inputs.
  • Project Management, Process Mapping, Continuous Improvement related experience.
  • Proven collaboration with Payroll, Finance, Legal, and external service providers.
  • Experience project-based environments, or peak operational cycles is a plus.
Languages
  • Fluent in English and Spanish. 
Technology
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
 

About FWC2026

The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
FIFA
About FIFA

Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the umbrella organisation of its members, currently 211 national football associations. Its main objectives, enshrined in its statutes, are to develop football around the world, to stage international competitions and to protect the integrity of football (against match manipulation, doping etc.).

 

FIFA is a truly diverse, modern and multicultural organisation and its primary purpose is to promote football. Over 800 people from 50 nations – 40 per cent of which are women, including the Secretary General – covering a wide variety of professional profiles, work to fulfil that purpose. FIFA’s headquarters are based in Zurich, Switzerland. We have other offices in Zurich, as well as temporary offices around the world.

We are 'living football' – we are committed to the game, to the people, to the planet and to the future. It is what we do. It is why we are here.

Our culture is shaped by fair play, team spirit, diversity, sustainability, transparency and innovation. We live by these values. Regardless of race, religion, national origin, colour, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship – we support diversity; indeed, we consider it to be key to our success.

We are looking for talented and motivated team members who would embrace these values every day, with purpose, passion and pride, in order to make a positive impact on the world of football and beyond.

We offer a unique and exciting work environment with great opportunities for your personal and professional development.

 

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