We are seeking a strategic Head of HR & Talent Acquisition to lead the people function for a global leader in financial technology. Reporting directly to the C-suite, you will be the architect of a world class, remote first organisation.Envíe su solicitud a continuación después de leer todos los detalles y la información de apoyo sobre esta ocasión de trabajo.This role is designed for a high-level operator who can navigate the complexities of decentralized finance and modern payments while ensuring the company remains at the cutting edge of European employment standards. You will have the autonomy to build, the budget to execute, and the mandate to define the future of work within a premier FinTech ecosystem.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Talent AcquisitionScalable Hiring Engine: Design and execute a data-driven recruitment strategy to attract elite talent in Software Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Regulatory Compliance.Executive Headhunting: Directly lead searches for mission-critical leadership roles (VP/C-level) within the specialized FinTech, Payments and Web3 sectors.Employer Branding: Position the company as a "Top Choice" employer within the European tech landscape, managing their presence across platforms like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Web3-native communities.Talent Analytics: Optimize time-to-hire and quality-of-hire, ensuring the recruitment pipeline aligns with an aggressive growth roadmap.Pan-European Compliance & Operations2026 EU Directive Leadership: Own the implementation and reporting for the EU Pay Transparency Directive to ensure full compliance across all European jurisdictions.Cross-Border Risk Management: Mitigate risks related to social security, permanent establishment (PE), and local tax for a distributed workforce.Organizational Design & Total RewardsOrg Architecture:



Partner with the C-suite to design reporting lines and team structures that foster agility as the company scales toward 250+ employees.High-Performance Frameworks: Implement real-time, impact-based performance systems tailored for a high-velocity tech environment.Competitive Compensation: Benchmarking and designing sophisticated total rewards packages, including base, bonus, and modern incentives (Equity, RSUs, or Token-based programs).Digital HQ Architect: Define and scale the rituals and communication protocols that keep a distributed team connected and high-performing.Executive Advisory: Act as a strategic partner to the leadership team, providing a people-first lens on business pivots and market shifts.Crisis Management: Provide steady leadership and clear communication during the volatile market cycles inherent to the Crypto and FinTech industries.Candidate ProfileThe EssentialsIndustry Experience: 5+ years of experience specifically within FinTech, Payments, or Web3.Seniority: 8+ years in HR/People Ops, with at least 3 years in a Head of HR or Director-level role within a high-growth scale-up.Geographic Focus: Must be based in Europe with full, unrestricted Right to Work in the EU/EEA or UK.Language: Professional mastery of English.Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of European Labor Laws.Preferred SkillsExperience using modern HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., HiBob, Lattice, Greenhouse, Ashby).Experience managing international payroll and EOR providers (e.g., Deel, Remote).Why Join Our Client?Direct Impact: The opportunity to build a department from the ground up for a market leader.Innovation: Work at the intersection of traditional finance and the future of decentralized technology. xcskxlj Flexibility: A mature remote-work culture that prioritises impact and results over face time.If you are interested we would love to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Head of HR & Talent Acquisition (Madrid)
🏢 Talent
📍 Madrid