HR Generalist Specialist - Madrid

Nextlane; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work up to 3 days a week

Flexible work-life balance

Summer schedule on Fridays

Referral Bonus: €1500

Flexible Remuneration: COBEE

Private Medical Insurance: Adeslas

Continuous Learning platform access

Vacation: 23 days

Teambuilding events

Descripción de la vacante

Nextlane, based in Madrid, is seeking an experienced HR professional to join the Ibéria local HR team as the on-site partner for Spain. You will manage day-to-day employee and labor relations, advise managers, and ensure a seamless employee experience across the lifecycle, coordinating with the HR Lead Iberia and payroll partner.

Your scope includes Comité de Empresa relations, on-site HR support for managers in Madrid, handling sensitive cases, onboarding/offboarding, HR administration and

Formación

• 6–8 years in HR Operations, HR Generalist or local HRBP roles.
• Strong knowledge of Spanish labor legislation and full HR lifecycle in Spain.
• Ability to interact with employee representatives and leadership with discretion.
• Fluent Spanish and professional English; Portuguese would be a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Act as the HR on-site contact for Spain and coordinate day-to-day employee relations (Comité de Empresa).
• Advise managers on HR policies, people matters, and liaise with the HR Lead Iberia.
• Manage onboarding, offboarding and employee lifecycle activities for Spain (Portugal as backup).
• Coordinate HR administration, policy documentation and local compliance training in Spain.
• Support payroll liaison and ensure alignment with local labor regulations.

Conocimientos

HR Operations

Labor Relations

Stakeholder Management

Autonomy

Team Spirit

English Proficiency

Spanish Native

Educación

Herramientas

HRIS

Payroll Coordination

Descripción del empleo

About Us

At Nextlane, we don’t just develop software solutions – we create the future of the automotive industry.

We are a company that combines advanced technology with a clear vision: simplifying and digitizing every step of the automotive customer journey, empowering manufacturers and dealerships to thrive in a constantly evolving market.

We believe in the value of every team member, offering opportunities for you to develop and contribute to meaningful solutions.

So… What does it mean to be a #Nextlaner?

• Be part of a growth-oriented culture.
• Collaborate with colleagues from all over the world.
• Believe in the Power of ideas and the diversity of thought.
• Be committed to provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and collaborate on projects that make a global impact.

Our success is measured not just by results, but also by the growth and satisfaction of those who are part of our company.

At Nextlane, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate, push boundaries, and work on solutions that are transforming the automotive world.

Your Responsibilities

As a member of the Ibéria local HR team and the on-site representative of the HR Lead Iberia (based in Porto), you will be the trusted HR point of contact for Spain.

You will own the day-to-day management of local employee and labor relations, be a credible and reliable partner to people, managers and ensure a seamless employee experience across the full employee lifecycle, working in close coordination with the HR Lead Iberia and other HR Operations Team colleagues (one dedicated to France and another one dedicated to Ibéria, focused on Payroll).

Your primary scope is Spain.

• Employee & Labor Relations (Comité de Empresa) : act as the HR point of contact for employee representatives and the Workers’ Council (Comité de Empresa), coordinating consultations, communications and meetings in accordance with Spanish labor legislation, at both individual and collective level.
• Trusted HR partner on site : be the reliable, credible point of contact for managers and senior/top leaders based in Madrid on Spain-scope topics, advising on HR policies and people matters and escalating to the HR Lead Iberia when appropriate.
• Sensitive & complex cases (support) : prepare, document and support the handling of sensitive situations (disciplinary matters, individual conflicts, prelitigation), in coordination with and under the arbitration of the HR Lead Iberia.
• Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Lifecycle : manage the end-to-end onboarding and induction experience and coordinate employee transitions and offboarding for Spain (and Portugal as backup).
• Employee Support & HR Administration : serve as a point of contact for employees on HR-related matters (policies, procedures, leaves, benefits), prepare HR documentation (addendums, letters, certificates) and ensure compliance with local labor regulations, liaising with the payroll provider.
• Training & PRL Compliance: coordinate Prevention and Risk Prevention (PRL) and other mandatory local compliance training in Spain, in partnership with the Learning & Development team, and follow up on medical check‑ups.

What We're Looking For

Experience : 6-8 years in HR Operations, HR Generalist or local HRBP roles, ideally in an international environment, with proven autonomy acting as the local relay of a remote manager.

• Employee & Labor Relations : solid, hands-on experience of Spanish individual and collective labor relations, including direct interaction with the Comité de Empresa and the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Labor Law : strong working knowledge of Spanish labor legislation and ability to run the full HR/employee lifecycle in Spain.
• Stakeholder Credibility : confident, credible and reliable when interacting with managers, senior leaders, employee representatives and external partners; excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Autonomy & Judgment : able to work independently and take ownership, while recognizing situations that warrant escalation or collaborative decision-making.
• Team spirit & positive energy : we’re a close‑knit HR team that loves working together and continuously sharing the insights that keep our function at the center of the conversation. We’re looking for a dynamic, cheerful colleague who genuinely enjoys teamwork.
• “Can do”attitude : we’re looking for a dynamic, upbeat colleague who is solution‑oriented, brings sound common sense to everyday challenges
• Languages : native Spanish and good professional English level (interviews conducted in English; manager communicates in English); Portuguese would be a great plus.

Our Recruitment Process

• 30-minute introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist
• 60 minutes call with HR Lead Iberia
• 30 minutes with Senior Global HR Business Partner
• 30 minutes with Chief Human Resources Officer

What We Offer

• Remote Work: Up to 3 days a week!
• Work-life balance: We have flexible entrance and departure time.
• Summer schedule on Fridays: Start early your weekends!
• Referral Bonus: €1500 for every talent you refer (after 6 months).
• Flexible Remuneration: COBEE platform.
• Private Medical Insurance: Adeslas.
• Continuous Learning: Access to our internal platform for continuous development.
• Vacation: 23 vacation days plus an intensive schedule in July and August.
• Teambuilding: Our afterworks and activities are memorable!

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

At Nextlane, we are committed to creating a space where everyone feels valued and respected. We firmly believe that diversity in experiences and backgrounds strengthens our culture and drives innovation.

• Support for people with disabilities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can provide the best possible experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join Nextlane and become part of the technological revolution in the automotive industry.

Discover why we are a great place to develop your talent!