HR Specialist

ERM; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide trusted HR support across Spain and Portugal. Based in Madrid or Barcelona with a flexible hybrid model, you will guide managers on employee relations, employment law, and HR policies, while balancing business risk and employee experience.

The role requires strong knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese employment legislation and the ability to handle a broad range of HR matters in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor/Generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of Spanish employment law; Portuguese knowledge is a plus.
• Experience handling complex employee relations cases.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a regional HR team.
• Fluent Spanish and English; Portuguese would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR advice to managers and employees across Spain and Portugal.
• Manage employee relations including performance, conduct, grievances, absence, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and company policies.
• Support organisational change initiatives, restructures and consultations.
• Partner with managers to address people-related challenges and leadership needs.
• Advise on HR policies and procedures for fair decision-making.
• Collaborate with regional HR, Legal, and business stakeholders on complex matters.
• Support annual HR processes including performance reviews, compensation cycles, talent planning.
• Monitor legislative developments and advise on business impact.

Skills

HR advisory experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Bilingual: Spanish & English

Job description

HR Advisor, Iberia (Spain & Portugal)

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Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide trusted HR support across Spain and Portugal. Acting as a key partner to managers and employees, you will provide expert guidance on employee relations, employment law, people policies, and HR best practice, helping to ensure a positive employee experience while managing business and legal risk.

This role requires strong knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese employment legislation, the ability to manage a broad range of employee relations matters, and a collaborative approach to supporting business leaders in a dynamic, international environment.

The role will be based in either our Madrid or Barcelona office where we have a flexible hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive HR advice and guidance to managers and employees across Spain and Portugal.
• Manage employee relations matters including performance, conduct, grievances, absence management, flexible working requests, and workplace investigations.
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and company policies.
• Support organisational change initiatives, restructures, consultations, and other workforce projects.
• Partner with managers to address people-related challenges and build leadership capability.
• Advise on HR policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent and fair decision-making.
• Work closely with regional HR, Legal, and business stakeholders on complex employee matters.
• Support annual HR processes including performance reviews, compensation cycles, talent planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Monitor legislative developments and provide guidance on their impact to the business.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor, HR Generalist, or Employee Relations role.
• Strong working knowledge of Spanish employment law; knowledge of Portuguese employment law is highly desirable.
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases and advising managers.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a regional HR team.
• Fluent Spanish and English required; Portuguese would be an advantage.

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, it’s an essential part of what makes ERM a great place to build a career and helps us create better solutions for our clients.

We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2026 Sustainability Report.