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Labour Relations Specialist

On-site in Oviedo·Full-time·Added 12 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Alimerka

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Oviedo
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience
3+ years
Education
University degree
Driving licence
Required, own vehicle

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • University degree, preferably in Law.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Labor Relations Technician in a company or end client.
  • Knowledge of labor legislation.
  • Driver's license and own vehicle.
  • We are looking for a person with the following competencies: negotiation skills and communication abilities, discretion and confidentiality, analytical capacity and a practical approach, internal and external client orientation, a clear results orientation and goal achievement, flexibility, and teamwork.

Nice to have

  • Postgraduate training in Labor Law is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Permanent contract.
  • Full-time position (37.5 hours)
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Employee discount on purchases.

The role

What you'll do

  • Coordinate daily labor relations: act as a liaison with those responsible at the different work centers, advising and coordinating all matters related to labor legislation, collective bargaining agreements, and internal regulations that arise on a day-to-day basis, and ensure proper compliance with company policies.
  • Represent the company before public administration, labor authorities, and other bodies in labor relations matters, as well as prepare the necessary documentation.
  • Represent the company in meetings with the legal representatives of the workers.
  • Provide advice on union matters, as well as on electoral processes, ensuring their coordination and follow-up.
  • Prepare documentation on labor relations matters: dismissals, substantial modifications, disciplinary proceedings, and individual agreements.
  • Stay up to date on labor law regulations and/or jurisprudential trends, and ensure the permanent updating of the department's documentation in line with regulatory and/or jurisprudential changes.

About Alimerka

Alimerka is a Spanish supermarket chain headquartered in Llanera, Asturias, operating primarily in the northwest of Spain, including Asturias, Galicia, Castilla y León, and Cantabria. The company runs a network of supermarkets, a logistics center, and production facilities for meat, bakery, and other fresh products, employing thousands of people across the region. It is a family-owned business that focuses on fresh food, local sourcing, and customer service, with a strong presence in the northern Spanish market.

Alimerka's Spain presence is deeply rooted in Asturias, where it was founded and maintains its main offices and logistics hub. The company offers a wide range of roles, from store staff and warehouse workers to corporate positions in IT, data science, and category management. For international professionals, Alimerka provides opportunities in a stable, regional retail environment, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency and are based in northern Spain. The work culture emphasizes teamwork, local community engagement, and operational excellence in food retail.

Industry
Retail
Founded
1979
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Llanera, Spain
In Spain
Llanera, Oviedo, Gijón and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alimerka is headquartered in Llanera, Asturias, a region known for its natural beauty and lower cost of living compared to major Spanish cities.
  • The company operates its own logistics center and food production facilities, offering roles in operations, engineering, and data science beyond typical retail positions.
  • Most job openings require Spanish language skills, as customer-facing and operational roles are local in nature.
  • The company has a strong regional focus, with opportunities primarily in Asturias, Galicia, and Castilla y León, which may appeal to those seeking a quieter lifestyle.
  • Alimerka provides training programs for roles in butchery, fishmongery, and bakery, which can be valuable for career development in food retail.

In their own words

About the company & team

ALIMERKA Group has more than 170 supermarkets distributed across Asturias, Castilla y León, and Galicia, united by the values that drive our company and a shared customer service philosophy: promoting the well-being and balance of our society.

We are a team of more than 6,000 people who work with enthusiasm every day to continue growing, with sustainability, quality and innovation, and excellence in customer service as our priorities.

We are currently seeking a Labor Relations Technician for our head offices, reporting directly to the company's Labor Relations Manager.

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