**HR Generalist (Maternity Cover) - Spain**
We are seeking a responsible and hands-on **HR Generalist (Maternity Leave Cover)** to join the **IGG Global HR team** and support our **Barcelona office, Spain**.
This position will work closely with senior management, finance, and legal teams across the IGG global group. As the office is relatively small (around 9 employees) and well-established, this role will act as the **sole HR and Administration professional on-site**, ensuring smooth daily operations during the maternity leave period.
**Responsibilities**
- **Independently manage end-to-end recruitment**, including job posting, screening, interviewing, offer coordination, and onboarding, to support current and future hiring needs of the office
- Oversee daily HR and administrative operations, including payroll coordination, onboarding and offboarding, attendance tracking, and employee records management
- Manage employee relations issues, maintain a positive and compliant work environment, and support employee engagement and satisfaction
- Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures in compliance with **local Spanish labor laws** and internal guidelines
- Coordinate and organize internal training, onboarding sessions, and team-building activities
- Handle daily office administration and facilities management, including equipment procurement and vendor coordination
- Support management with HR data analysis and reporting, providing insights for decision-making, as well as addressing other HR-related needs of the business units
**Reason for Hiring**
In alignment with the group’s strategic vision and ongoing business development in **Barcelona**, this role is required to provide full HR and administrative coverage during the maternity leave period of the local HR representative.
- Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- **3+ years of experience** in HR generalist or HR & administration roles; experience as a **standalone HR** is a strong advantage
- Solid understanding of **Spanish labor laws and employment regulations**, with a strong compliance mindset
- Proven ability to **handle recruitment independently**
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both local and expatriate employees
- Well-organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple responsibilities independently
- Fluent in **Spanish**; professional working proficiency in **English or Chinese** is required
**About the HR Department**
- IGG is a integral organization with **10+ offices worldwide** and thousands of employees
- The HR & Administration function includes **100+ professionals globally**
- Each regional office operates independently while staying closely connected with headquarters
- The Barcelona office HR will receive guidance and support from the regional and global HR team
**Position Highlights**
- Opportunity to work closely with senior management, finance, and legal teams within a global organization
- Broad exposure to HR generalist responsibilities, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll coordination, and office administration
- Collaborative international working environment with strong global HR support
- Valuable experience in managing HR operations independently in a mature, well-established office
**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 8 months
Pay: 2,500.00€ - 3,400.00€ per month
Application Question(s):
- What language are you good at?
- Are you living in Barcelona now? If not, are you willing to relocate?
- How long have you been in HR and Administration field？
Work Location: In person