HR Manager

About the role

Our client, a leading multi‑site group based in Madrid, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the evolution of their Human Resources function. The role will focus on structuring, formalising and professionalising HR processes across all locations while supporting senior leadership in strategic decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of the HR function toward a more strategic, group‑aligned model.
• Design, formalise and implement corporate HR policies to ensure consistency across sites.
• Standardise core people processes, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee follow‑up, leave and absence management, performance management, training and development.
• Advise General Management on organisational design, workforce planning, talent strategy and corporate model evolution.
• Review and streamline compensation policies, employment conditions and the employee value proposition.
• Oversee personnel administration and coordinate with the outsourced payroll provider to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead and develop the existing HR team, expanding its scope beyond recruitment.
• Act as the HR reference point within the management committee/board as the organisational structure formalises.
• Assess current HR tools, systems and ways of working, proposing improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Labour Relations, Law, Psychology, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in generalist or senior HR roles, preferably in fast‑growing organisations.
• Experience in people‑intensive sectors such as institutions, business schools, student residences or healthcare clinics is highly valued.
• Proven track record designing and implementing HR policies and procedures (hiring, leave management, onboarding, performance management, training, development).
• Strong knowledge of Spanish labour law, personnel administration and employee relations.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership on organisational design, talent attraction, compensation and development decisions.
• Strategic mindset combined with operational credibility.
• High level of English (minimum C1).

Required skills