HR Officer

At LHH, we are currently looking for an HR Officer for an international company in the industrial sector, recently integrated into a global group. The role is based in the Barcelona metropolitan area and supports the corporate functions of the organization at a regional level.

Job Description

The position is based at the company’s corporate office, which hosts a diverse team including senior executives, middle managers, specialists, and support staff. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing core HR functions, with a strong focus on payroll and HR operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Coordination and supervision of payroll processes (outsourced), including expatriate contracts
• Management of confidential executive payroll and employment documentation
• Support in recruitment and onboarding processes
• Oversight of employee lifecycle activities (contracts, onboarding, offboarding)
• Implementation of training, development, and employee engagement initiatives
• Working time and absence monitoring, ensuring compliance with internal
• Support in compensation and benefits programs
• Collaboration with HR teams in other locations to standardize HR practices across the region
• Ensuring compliance with Spanish labor law and internal global HR policies

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate with a degree in Human Resources and 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar HR Officer role within a corporate environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid understanding of Spanish labor law and HR policies
• Good knowledge of payroll processes, including expatriate management
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Experience working with senior leadership and handling confidential information

Soft Skills

• High level of initiative and responsibility
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, international environment

Languages

• Fluent Spanish
• Fluent English

Interested?

If you believe your profile matches the requirements and you’re interested in the opportunity, please apply and feel free to send your CV directly to: andrea.egea@lhh.com