A company is looking for an experienced HR Director (Vicegerente del área de personas) to lead the strategy and direction of all HR functions at the company.
Reporting to senior management, this pivotal role focuses on aligning people-related policies and practices with the strategic goals and mission of our institution.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape HR strategies in a cutting-edge, dynamic, and flexible environment.
You will lead a team of 20 professionals across four specialized units—Personnel Administration and Mobility, Talent, Health & Safety, and DEI.
You will play a pivotal role in supporting the company's mission and long-term goals while advancing your professional career.
Key Duties Strategic Leadership
- Define and implement, in collaboration with senior management, strategic HR policies that shape the company's organizational culture and align with institutional goals across academic and administrative areas.
- Supervise the development and execution of HR procedures, ensuring quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing actionable insights and innovative strategies to support organizational priorities.Talent and Organizational Development
- Lead and oversee programs for talent acquisition, employer branding, onboarding, EDI initiatives and team development.
- Develop and implement initiatives to improve workplace climate, EDI environment, foster employee engagement, and promote professional growth across all teams.
- Design and manage career pathways, performance evaluation systems, and internal promotion programs to support individual and organizational growth.
- Coordinate efforts to enhance the integration and internationalization of staff, supporting personal development and global mobility.Compensation, Benefits, and Compliance
- Develop and execute competitive compensation and benefits packages that reflect the company's values of equity and excellence.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, occupational risk prevention policies, and HR best practices.
- Regularly report key metrics and outcomes to management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.HR Analytics and Metrics
- Establish and maintain a robust HR analytics framework to measure and evaluate the effectiveness of people strategies and initiatives.
- Track key HR metrics, such as employee engagement, turnover, performance trends, and talent acquisition effectiveness, to guide decision-making.
- Utilize data-driven insights to forecast workforce needs, support talent management strategies, and optimize resource allocation.
- Present analytical findings to leadership, providing actionable recommendations to align HR performance with organizational goals.Labor Relations
- Manage collective bargaining processes with integrity, fostering constructive relationships with workers' legal representatives based on trust, mutual respect, and open communication.
- Ensure agreements align with organizational goals while addressing employee concerns effectively.Process Improvement and Efficiency
- Lead initiatives to streamline HR processes, leveraging innovative technologies and practices to enhance operational efficiency.
- Advocate for a forward-thinking and adaptive organizational culture that anticipates and responds to evolving needs.Training and Development
- Design and implement multi-year training strategies to develop personal skills, foster interdisciplinary knowledge, and enhance global competencies.
- Organize internal training sessions, drawing on expertise from company departments, to support continuous learning.
- Coordinate professional development programs tailored to staff needs, emphasizing integration and internationalization.Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Management
- Develop and embed EDI policies into all HR practices.
- Provide training on inclusivity and track diversity metrics.
- Foster equity, address concerns, and celebrate diversity.Health and Safety Management
- Oversee the development and alignment of health and safety policies with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure strategic guidance and support to the Health and Safety Manager for the implementation of workplace safety initiatives and risk prevention measures.
- Monitor organizational compliance and promote a culture of safety and well-being across all teams.Financial Oversight
- Prepare, monitor, and manage the HR department's budget, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and effective resource allocation.
- Prioritize actions that support the strategic plan, emphasizing financial sustainability and responsible investment in people-related initiatives. Requirements Education
- University Degree related to Human Resources
- Master Degree in Human ResourcesEssential Knowledge and Professional Experience
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in similar position, preferably in a scientific or research organization, developing and executing plans for development of personnel and for talent retention, managing staff and motivating the interaction between stakeholders.
- Good skills in Microsoft Office (especially in Excel)
- Compensation and Benefits knowledge.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, presentation, and customer service skills (Spanish, Catalan and English).
- Experience working with works councilAdditional Knowledge and Professional Experience
- Experience in an international and multi-cultural environment will be valued
- Experience in a research centre will be valued
- Health and safety postgraduate will be valued
- Experience in the Spanish public sectorCompetences
- Planning and organizing (Structured mindset)
- Exceptional inclusive leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of the organization.
- Strategic thinker with a focus on innovation and problem-solving.
- Adept at managing change and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Conditions The position will be located at the company within the Management DepartmentWe offer a full-time contract (37.5h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation proceduresDuration: PermanentHolidays: 23 paid vacation days plus 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreementSalary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in BarcelonaTarget starting date: January
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