Interim People Lead

A successful People Lead should have:

• Experience leading HR initiatives, with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.
• Proven experience in an HR generalist role, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
• Expert knowledge of Spanish labor law and HR best practices.
• Strong skills in all core HR functions, particularly employee relations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels and across geographies.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken).
• A degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred but not essential.
• Must have experience working in startups, building and growing HR teams from the ground up.

• 8-months temporary contract for a strategic position within a large organization.
• Meal vouchers for employees.
• One day of remote work per week.
• A perfect opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in human resources.

Resumen

• Temporary role to cover a Maternity Leave (8-month contract).
• Must have experience working in startups, building and growing HR teams.

¿Dónde vas a trabajar?

A leading UK-based multinational company undergoing expansion is seeking to appoint a temporary People Lead.

Descripción

• Act as the local People contact for all general employee queries and HR-related issues, ensuring compliance with local law.
• Coach and empower managers to handle people issues consistently and effectively.
• Guide organisational change and restructuring processes, advising on best practices and local legislation.
• Support company communications for the Spanish market to ensure cultural alignment and understanding.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle in Spain, from managing hiring and onboarding to offboarding employees.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with universities and business schools to build a pipeline of future talent.
• Administer payroll and benefits, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Maintain accurate HR data in the HR Information System (HRIS) and prepare necessary reports.
• Lead the localisation of training programs and manage the induction process for new hires.
• Work with People Experience on local health and safety, inventory and events management.
• Collaborate with the UK People team to ensure global consistency while implementing local initiatives, applying team based standards across HR, Talent Acquisition and People Operations & Reward.
• Propose continuous improvements to working practices based on your on-the-ground knowledge.
• Promoting a culture of inclusivity and innovation.
• Support with such other duties as may be required from the role from time to time.

¿A quién buscamos (H/M/D)?

A successful People Lead should have:

• Experience leading HR initiatives, with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.
• Proven experience in an HR generalist role, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
• Expert knowledge of Spanish labor law and HR best practices.
• Strong skills in all core HR functions, particularly employee relations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels and across geographies.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and spoken).
• A degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred but not essential.
• Must have experience working in startups, building and growing HR teams from the ground up.

¿Cuáles son tus beneficios?

• 8-months temporary contract for a strategic position within a large organization.
• Meal vouchers for employees.
• One day of remote work per week.
• A perfect opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in human resources.