People Operations Director

OneTrust; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology firm in Madrid is seeking a Director of People Operations. This role involves transforming HR processes, implementing automation strategies, and leading the HR team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of HR experience, proficiency in Workday, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a hybrid work environment and focuses on ensuring an exceptional employee experience.

Servicios

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible PTO

Equity RSUs

Annual performance bonus opportunities

14+ weeks of paid parental leave

Formación

• 10+ years of progressive HR operations experience, including global exposure.
• Proven expertise with Workday HRIS, including implementing or enhancing modules to support automation.
• Strong record of developing and reporting on HR operational efficiency metrics.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the People Operations team to design and implement global HR processes.
• Partner with HRIS to deliver automation initiatives.
• Oversee global employee lifecycle processes ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Conocimientos

HR operations experience

Workday HRIS expertise

Leadership skills

Project management

Knowledge of EU employment law

Fluency in English and Spanish

Educación

Relevant degree or certification

Herramientas

Workday

Descripción del empleo

About OneTrust

OneTrust’s mission is to enable organizations to use data and AI responsibly. Recognized as a market leader, OneTrust helps over 14,000 customers worldwide operationalize trust through award-winning technology platforms. Headquartered in Atlanta with offices globally, OneTrust is powered by a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and integrity.

The Challenge

The Director of People Operations will lead the global people operations function, driving operational excellence, scalability, and automation across HR processes. Based in Madrid, Spain, this role will report to the Vice President of HR and will focus on transforming manual, high-touch HR processes into streamlined, automated workflows with employee self-service at the center. The ideal candidate will combine strong HR operations expertise with a forward-looking mindset, leveraging technology, metrics, and best practices to ensure OneTrust delivers a world-class employee experience.

Your Mission

• Lead the People Operations team to design, implement, and continuously improve HR processes globally.
• Partner with the HRIS team to deliver automation initiatives and optimize the use of Workday as the core HRIS platform.
• Oversee the execution of global employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, transfers, promotions, terminations), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Implement employee self-service solutions, driving adoption and satisfaction across the organization.
• Develop and monitor key efficiency and service delivery metrics to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across multiple geographies, including Spain and the EU.
• Balance the need for personalized, high-touch HR services with the transition toward scalable, automated solutions.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and other HR teams to deliver seamless and integrated HR support.

You Are

• 10+ years of progressive HR operations experience, including global exposure.
• Proven expertise with Workday HRIS, including implementing or enhancing modules to support automation.
• Experience delivering end-to-end automation of employee lifecycle processes in partnership with an HRIS team.
• Strong track record of developing and reporting on HR operational efficiency and service delivery metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to balance manual, high-touch HR delivery with transitioning to automation and self-service models.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing teams across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law in Spain and the EU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading people operations in a high-growth technology or SaaS organization.
• Certified Workday Professional or other HRIS-related certifications.
• Experience with lean process improvement, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Fluency in English and Spanish; additional European languages a plus.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering global initiatives on time and within budget.

Where we Work

We are embracing an office first culture, encouraging three days a week in office for most roles, with meaningful opportunities to collaborate and celebrate in person.

Each role may have specific requirements or flexibility depending on the scope of the position, so we encourage you to verify this with your recruiter during your first interview.

As an employee at OneTrust, you will be part of the OneTeam. That means you’ll receive support physically, mentally, and emotionally so that you can do your best work both in and out of the office. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible PTO, equity RSUs, annual performance bonus opportunities, retirement account support, 14+ weeks of paid parental leave, career development opportunities, company-paid privacy certification exam fees, and much more. Specific benefits differ by country. For more information, talk to your recruiter or visit onetrust.com/careers.

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Our Commitment to You

When you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.

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