About the client:
Our client is a leading European company in the Clinical Nutrition / Public Health sector. With strong international presence and a growing footprint in Spain, the company is committed to improving patient well‑being through high‑quality nutrition solutions, innovation, and operational excellence.
Role summary:
Reporting directly to the Group Human Resources Director, the HR Manager for Spain acts as a true Business Partner to local management teams across a multi‑site environment. The role leads all HR processes at national level, drives people development initiatives, ensures legal compliance, supports managers, and contributes to the company’s transformation and continuous improvement efforts.
Main responsibilities
* Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, contracts, benefits, disciplinary processes, conflict management, and terminations.
* Oversee working hours, attendance, and absence tracking via dedicated systems and ensure correct integration with payroll.
* Lead end‑to‑end recruitment: job posting, interviewing, candidate selection, and onboarding.
* Maintain strong relationships with temporary staffing agencies and monitor temporary workforce levels.
* Design and implement the annual training and skills development plan aligned with site needs and Group strategy.
* Identify training needs, manage external providers, coordinate funding (OPCO), and evaluate training outcomes.
* Act as the main HR point of contact for employees and managers: labor law guidance, conflict resolution, and managerial coaching.
* Contribute to organizational development and change management initiatives.
* Oversee payroll for two legal entities in collaboration with the external payroll provider: collect and verify variables, check payslips, and ensure legal compliance.
* Prepare and co‑lead CSE (Social and Economic Committee) meetings with site management.
* Participate in collective bargaining and labor agreement negotiations.
* Build HR dashboards and KPIs for both entities.
* Support internal quality audits and certification processes.
* Deploy Group HR projects locally and contribute to continuous improvement and support strategic HR initiatives.
Requirements
* Minimum 10 years of generalist HR experience.
* At least 5 years in an HR management or HRBP role.
* Experience in multi‑site environments is highly valued.
* Previous experience in healthcare, food industry, pharma, or industrial environments is a plus.
* Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or equivalent.
* Fluent English is required.
* French is a strong plus.
* Spanish native or bilingual.
* Strong knowledge of Spanish labor law, social regulations, and applicable collective agreements.
* Proficiency in HR and payroll tools (e.g., SILAE, Kélio, Yooz).
* Experience with HSE standards in industrial/food environments preferred.
* Ability to lead meetings, manage stakeholders, and produce HR analysis reports.
* Strong organizational skills, autonomy, and proactive mindset.
* Excellent interpersonal communication and service orientation.
* Ability to manage priorities and respond quickly to urgent needs.
* High level of discretion, confidentiality, and adaptability.
What we offer
* A key strategic HR role with direct impact on the company’s people strategy in Spain.
* Opportunity to join a growing international group in the Public Health sector.
* A multi‑site environment with strong collaboration with European HR teams.
* Professional development and participation in cross‑functional transformation projects.
* Competitive compensation package aligned with experience.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Public Health
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