Job Description:
Company Description
Introduction
Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity.
Merkle is an important part of our world-class offering a global performance marketing agency with a 32-year track record of helping the best brands in the world create personalised experiences at every stage of the customer life cycle. Some of their esteemed brand relationships include Citibank, EmblemHealth, Dell, AARP, AT&T, Target, L’Oréal, Universal Orlando Resorts and the American Cancer Society.
We’re hiring for a Senior HR Advisor Nearshore as part of Merkle in Barcelona.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our People & Culture team in Spain. This role is a key point of contact for employees and managers, providing expert advice on all areas of HR and supporting the delivery of strategic people initiatives. You will also be responsible for leading or mentoring junior HR team members, helping to shape a high-performing and collaborative HR function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert HR advice and guidance to employees and managers on a range of topics, including performance management, employee relations, compensation, and local policies.
* Support and coach managers in handling employee relations cases (e.g. disciplinary actions, grievances, absence management), ensuring compliance with Spanish labor law and internal procedures.
* Lead or support the implementation of HR initiatives such as employee engagement, wellbeing, DEI, and talent development projects.
* Collaborate with HRBPs to deliver key cyclical processes such as performance reviews, salary reviews, and talent assessments.
* Ensure that HR policies and practices are fully compliant with Spanish employment legislation, regularly updated, and effectively communicated to employees and managers.
* Identify opportunities to improve HR operations and drive continuous improvement.
* Prepare HR reports and dashboards to provide insight into key people metrics.
* Manage or mentor junior HR team members, ensuring development, performance, and delivery of high-quality HR service.
* Coordinate with payroll and HR operations teams to ensure smooth and accurate administrative processes.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR Advisory or Generalist role, preferably within a fast-paced, international or matrixed organization.
* Proven experience managing or mentoring a small HR team or direct reports.
* Strong and current knowledge of Spanish labor law and HR best practices.
* Demonstrated ability to manage employee relations cases in Spain with confidence and sound judgment.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels.
* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver proactive solutions.
* Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written).
A few of the benefits:
Whether it’s the joy of working with people at the top of their game or the Merkle social calendar, people love working here – and we hope you will too.
* Attractive and competitive salary
* Spanish/English lessons
* Free life and health insurance
* Career development through Dentsu University and LinkedIn Learning
* Day off on your birthday
* Annual wellness days
* Merkle Care Employee Assistance Program
* Merkle Benefits Club
* 2 volunteering days per annum
* Flexible salary remuneration scheme
Inclusion and Diversity
Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners, and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds, and cultures.
About dentsu
Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. As part of Dentsu Group Inc. we are headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and our 65,000 employee-base of dedicated professionals work across four regions (Japan, Americas, EMEA and APAC). Dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion sits at the heart of ourSocial Impact strategy – our fully integrated sustainability strategy which includes our ambition to build a fair and more equal society, where everyone is equipped to thrive.
Location:
Barcelona
Brand:
Global Functions
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent #J-18808-Ljbffr