Senior HR Manager

JBT Corporation; San Fernando de Henares; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company is seeking a Senior HR Manager to oversee HR operations across Spain and Portugal. The role involves strategic leadership, compliance with local labor laws, and fostering a positive work culture. Ideal candidates will possess extensive HR management experience in a dynamic environment, with strong interpersonal skills and fluency in Spanish and English.

Formación

• 8–10 years of progressive experience in HR management roles, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
• Deep understanding of labor law and HR compliance requirements in Spain and Portugal.
• Fluency in Spanish and English; Portuguese is an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the primary HR business partner for directors, managers, and employees in Spain and Portugal.
• Lead and support all core HR functions including Labor Relations and Talent Management.
• Manage employee relations cases ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Conocimientos

Communication

Negotiation

Mediation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Labor Relations, Business Administration or related HR field

Descripción del empleo

Overview ...

The Senior HR Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing all HR operations across Spain and Portugal, ensuring alignment between local HR strategies and JBT Marel’s global objectives. This strategic role combines leadership and execution, and plays a critical part in developing people capabilities, cultivating a positive work culture, and supporting business performance in a dynamic, manufacturing-focused environment.

The Opportunity ...

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR business partner for directors, managers, and employees in Spain and Portugal.

• Provide expert guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local works councils, managing dialogue and agreements.

• Lead and support all core HR functions, including:

  • Labor Relations

  • Talent Acquisition & Talent Management

  • Learning & Development

  • Payroll and HR Operations

• Manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary actions, negotiations, warnings, and terminations, ensuring full compliance with Spanish and Portuguese labor laws and GDPR.

• Partner closely with Corporate Headquarters to roll out and localize global HR programs and initiatives.

• Provide hands-on HR leadership, balancing strategic thinking with daily HR execution.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related HR field.

• 8–10 years of progressive experience in HR management roles, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle HR processes in a fast-paced, international environment.

• Deep understanding of labor law and HR compliance requirements in Spain and Portugal.

• Ability to lead with influence while remaining hands-on in operational HR matters.

• Experience working with or within a Shared Services Center is a plus.

• Strong communication, mediation, and negotiation skills.

• Fluency in Spanish and English is required; Portuguese is a strong advantage.

Why work at JBT ...

Why Join JBT Marel?

At JBT Marel, you’ll join a team that’s passionate about transforming food processing through innovation, technology, and sustainability. We value diversity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across two key markets, supported by a global network and forward-thinking leadership.

Ourpurposeis to transform the future of food; this guides ourvisionof being the leading partner in solutions for a sustainable food industry. At its core, our vision emphasizes partnership, inspiring JBT Marel to deliver exceptional, end-to-end service that fosters customer trust.

Ourvaluesshow who we are at our best. As weServe with integrity - Create with collaboration - Grow with excellence - Advance with innovation

We are committed to our employeesand will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team cultureenjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We encourage developmentensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

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