Overview
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The HR Manager role supports business operations across departments for a population of more than 400 employees, with responsibilities spanning payroll support, employee relations and HR operations.
Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with employment laws, benefits, and health & safety standards.
* Provide legal guidance on labour issues, disciplinary actions, and dismissals.
* Liaise with legal teams and Workers’ Councils.
* Draft and review contracts, policies, and legal documents.
* Lead projects related to Workday, legal updates, and employee relations training.
* Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
* Create and share clear policies and procedures.
* Deliver training sessions and offer weekly HR support to employees.
* Partner with departments to drive engagement.
* Lead initiatives on time tracking, pay equity, and job structure reviews.
* Support hybrid work model planning and calendar coordination.
* Oversee integration of HR systems like Workday and payroll provider transitions.
* Manage monthly payroll with external providers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Report to CFO and align with Finance on salaries, taxes, and social security.
* Oversee bonuses, salary reviews, and annual compensation & benefits plans.
* Administer employee benefits and manage broker relationships.
* Handle full employee lifecycle admin: onboarding to offboarding.
* Manage leave processes and benefits administration.
* Provide payroll and HR support to employees and managers.
* Collaborate with Legal, Payroll, and external providers in Spain and Portugal.
* Drive workforce analytics and reporting with HR and Finance teams.
What we are looking for
* Immediate availability to join.
Skills & Qualifications
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in Spanish and English.
* Knowledge of Portuguese labor relations.
* Strong interpersonal and listening skills; ability to empathize with employees and colleagues.
* Strong relationship-building skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team.
* Broad HR knowledge including legal and labor relations; in-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
* Compensation and benefits best practices; ability to architect strategy with leadership.
* Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
* Ability to build and effectively manage relationships at all levels.
* Comfortable multitasking; attention to detail in documentation.
* Familiarity with HR software and tools, applicant tracking systems; strong knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
What we offer
* Permanent contract with a 3-month probation period.
* Start date: To be agreed with the candidate.
* 26 + 6 days of annual leave (insurance sector collective agreement).
* Competitive salary.
* Meal voucher worth €204 per month.
* Equipment provided for remote work; hybrid model (around 8 days per month in the office).
* Fully remote work during summer and Christmas periods, with option to work from a second residence during these periods.
* Free private health insurance after one year with the company.
* One-time €130 reimbursement for additional equipment if needed.
* Free employee insurance policy.
* Access to language classes, wellbeing activities and training sessions.
* Free Employee Assistance Programme (legal advice, social resources, personal finance, etc.).
* Flexible remuneration options for training, childcare, etc.
* Free fruit and coffee in the office.
At Domestic & General, we are proud of our 100-year legacy and excited about our future growth plans.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Human Resources
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