HR Advisor

Zimmer Biomet; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global medical technology leader in Barcelona is looking for an HR Advisor to drive compliance and support leadership on employment law and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in HR and be fluent in English and Spanish. This role involves leading HR projects and aligning HR initiatives with business goals, within a flexible and inclusive work environment.

Servicios

Flexible working environment

Wellness incentives

Culture of recognition and performance awards

Formación

• 3 to 5 years of experience in HR generalist or advisor role.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and social security.
• Experience with multi-country employment laws is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Advise leadership on employment law and employee relations.
• Lead HR projects and standardize policies.
• Prepare reports and communicate business needs.

Conocimientos

Advising managers on HR policies

Building strong partnerships with leaders

Fluency in English and Spanish

Change management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related field

Herramientas

MS Office

HCM system

Descripción del empleo

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The HR advisor advises leadership on employment law, compensation & benefits, and employee relations while leading cross-country HR projects. Standardizes policies, partners with leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals, and serves as an escalation point for complex HR cases. Drives compliance, governance, and HR decision-making across the region.

How You'll Create Impact

• Stay up to date with changes in employment law and advise the organisation on necessary adjustments.
• Lead cross-country HR projects, partnering with leaders to align initiatives with business needs.
• Prepare reports, presentations, business communications, and data summaries as needed.
• Provide advice on compensation and benefits (C&B), including retention bonuses, and collaborate with finance for budget alignment.
• Advise leaders on employment relations, policies, terms of employment, and compliance with labor laws.
• Serve as a liaison for the Works Council, supporting negotiations and updates to the Employee Handbook in collaboration with HRBP / HR Director.
• Address complex employee inquiries related to benefits, retirement, and compensation.
• Oversee HR projects, ensuring effective communication, meeting facilitation, progress tracking, and reporting.
• Coach and mentor HR teams and business leaders on HR processes and best practices.
• Support HRBPs with talent management initiatives as needed.
• Advise on long‑term sickness and accident‑related absences, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.
• Act as the primary contact for audit‑related HR inquiries.
• Act as actions under the HR Shared Services Specialist and HR Shared Services Support role if required.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, labor relations, business administration or related field plus 3 to 5 years’ experience in HR generalist or advisor role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 to 5 years of HR experience, including advisory, business partnering, or specialist HR roles.
• Proven experience advising managers on HR policies, employee relations, and workforce planning.
• In‑depth knowledge of labor law, social security, and personal income tax for the assigned country / client group, with familiarity in EU data privacy regulations.
• Knowledge of multi‑country employment laws and regulations is an advantage.
• Experienced in applying HR principles, theories, and best practices to support business and employee needs.
• Hands‑on experience in leading or supporting change management and organizational development projects to drive business transformation.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ticketing system will be an asset.
• Experience with HCM system.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both spoken and written).
• Additional languages – Italian and/or French skills are a big advantage.

Your Background

• Customer Focus – Builds strong partnerships with leaders, ensuring HR strategies align with business and employee needs to enhance engagement and performance.
• Strong Communication & Influencing Skills – Engages effectively with employees and leaders.
• Adaptability & Problem‑Solving – Navigates ambiguity and finds creative solutions.
• High Integrity & Confidentiality – Trusted to manage sensitive information responsibly.
• Self‑Learning & Adaptability – Proactively seeks new knowledge, stays updated with HR trends, and quickly adjusts to evolving technologies, processes, and challenges.
• Process Improvement Mindset – Enhances HR practices for better outcomes.
• Coaching & Mentoring – Supports managers in handling HR‑related challenges.
• Change Management Expertise – Guides teams through organizational transformation.

Travel Expectations: Up to 20%

EOE / M / F / Vet / Disability