Inovance is a global leader in the industry automation sector, known for innovation and excellence. Our Spain subsidiary is a very important driver of our growth in the European market. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing culture where our people can thrive. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources & Admin Manager to lead all HR&Admin; operations and people strategies for our growing team in Spain. Position Summary The HR&Admin; Manager for Spain is a pivotal role, acting as a strategic partner to the local management team and a trusted advisor to all employees. You will be responsible for the full employee lifecycle, ensuring legal compliance, driving talent management initiatives, and implementing HR&Admin; programs that support business objectives and enhance our workplace culture..

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy and objectives.
• Execute end-to-end HR operations across Chinese and local teams, covering the full employee lifecycle — from recruitment, selection, and development to retention and separation.
• Build and integrate hybrid teams comprising both Chinese and Europe local talent to support rapid scaling and enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:Develop effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent, leveraging local job boards, social media, and recruitment agencies. 5.
Employee Relations & Compliance:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee relations matters, providing expert and confidential counsel to managers and employees.
• Ensure 100% compliance with all Spanish labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and social security regulations. 6.
Compensation &

Benefits:




• Administer the local payroll process in close collaboration with external providers and/or finance department, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee the annual salary review and bonus allocation process. 7.
Performance & Talent Management:
• Implement and champion the company’s performance management cycle, guiding managers on goal setting, feedback, and development discussions.
• Support succession planning and career development initiatives for key talents. 8.
Admin Tasks such as visitor management, Office & Supplier management, Document & Administrative Support Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in an HR Manager or similar leadership role, preferably within an international company in Spain.
• In-depth, practical knowledge of Spanish labor law and the social security system is a must.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end HR processes, including recruitment, ER, payroll, and C&B.; Skills & Competencies
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to translate business needs into effective HR initiatives.
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal

Skills:
High emotional intelligence with the ability to build trust and rapport at all levels of the organization.
• Strong Problem-Solver: Hands-on and pragmatic approach to resolving complex people issues.
• High Integrity & Discretion: Ability to handle highly confidential information with professionalism.
• Fluent in Spanish and English is mandatory. Chinese is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS systems.

What We Offer
• A key leadership role in a respected integral company.
• The opportunity to shape the people strategy and culture of our Spanish subsidiary.
• A dynamic and international work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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