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IEM

Promotes Italian wine through international events

Workforce Specialist

Full-TimePosted on 10/20/2026
$60k - $66k
Mid
Jacksonville, FL, USA
In Person
People & HRHR Operations & Coordination

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience in a staffing coordinator or human resources role.
  • Expertise in developing and executing human resources strategies, including hiring, training, and orienting new employees.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of staff and management.
  • Solid understanding of human resources principles, practices, and standards.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • In-depth knowledge of current labor market regulations and relevant legal frameworks.
Responsibilities
  • Draft and issue offer letters and other necessary documentation accurately and in compliance with organizational standards.
  • Follow legal and organizational compliance requirements throughout onboarding, including background checks, I-9 verification, and other pre-employment screenings.
  • Coordinate and prepare items for new-hire orientation sessions, including scheduling, logistics, materials, badge distribution, company swag, and facility tours.
  • Prepare and distribute new-hire notifications to internal departments such as IT and Facilities to ensure resources and access are provided.
  • Organize and manage onboarding documentation, including the Employee Handbook, and explain company policies and procedures.
  • Enter and maintain accurate HR-related data in HRIS systems, ensuring timely updates and compliance with audit standards.
  • Partner with the COE Benefits Specialist to orient new employees to company benefits and assist with enrollment, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires, addressing questions and concerns during onboarding and throughout their first 90 days.
  • Assess and enhance the onboarding experience based on employee feedback and HR best practices.
  • Prepare Personnel Action Forms and distribute them for signatures in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Enter data into HRIS and other required systems in a timely manner.
  • Monitor and manage the IEMHR shared services email inbox as the first point of contact for employees with HR-related questions or issues.
  • Triage, categorize, and prioritize incoming emails to ensure inquiries are addressed appropriately and promptly.
  • Respond to routine questions about payroll, benefits, attendance, HR policies, and general inquiries, escalating complex or sensitive matters to appropriate HR team members.
  • Coordinate responses through COE/Shared Services or on-site HR resources to achieve rapid responses to inquiries.
  • Track follow-up and resolution to meet internal service expectations and response timelines.
  • Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all communications.
  • Identify recurring inquiry topics to inform process improvements and FAQ documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and organized personnel files in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Update employee records, including hiring, performance, benefits, and disciplinary documentation, in the UKG document management system.
  • File documentation weekly, ensuring completeness and compliance.
  • Retrieve and organize personnel files for audits, legal inquiries, or internal reviews.
  • Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive employee records.
  • Support offboarding procedures, including preparing termination letters, revoking system access, collecting assets, and updating records.
  • Ensure offboarding steps follow legal, compliance, and organizational policies.
  • Assist the HR team with general daily administrative tasks.
  • Participate in HR projects and initiatives to improve internal processes and employee experience.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is preferred.

About the company

I.E.M. helps Italian wine producers reach buyers and media worldwide by organizing promotional events. It designs and runs end-to-end programs—walk-around tastings, B2B meetings, study trips to Italy, and educational seminars—using its network of professionals and international press. Its advantage comes from over 20 years focused on Italian wine and a turnkey service that handles concept through final event, supported by a broad global network. The goal is to boost visibility and international distribution of Italian wines by connecting producers with global buyers, media, and wine professionals.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$360K

Headquarters

Verona, Italy

Founded

1999

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What believers are saying

  • IEM ran 2026 tours in Raleigh, Miami, Houston, Stoccolma, Belgrado, and London.
  • The American branch in Miami broadens access to U.S. buyers and media.
  • Confagricoltura and major consortia amplify distribution reach and validate IEM's event platform.

What critics are saying

  • Revenue depends on winery marketing budgets and consortia sponsorships, not recurring software.
  • If major Italian producers build in-house export teams, IEM becomes replaceable by 2027.
  • Trade-show attendance shocks in London, Hong Kong, or U.S. cities crush conversion rates.

What makes IEM unique

  • IEM owns Simply Italian Great Wines, a repeatable global wine-promotion tour in 2026.
  • Marina Nedic and Giancarlo Voglino bring 25 years and 500+ events.
  • IEM combines walkaround tastings, B2B meetings, seminars, and press access.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options