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HR Manager (HRBP)

On-site in Barcelona·Added 24 days ago

Alstom

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field
  • Fluent Spanish and English communication skills, both written and spoken
  • Up-to-date knowledge of labour legislation
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar HR role within an industrial environment
  • Strong HR generalist experience, particularly in payroll management
  • Experience working within matrix organizations
  • Strong business acumen and customer orientation
  • Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience partnering with senior managers and leadership teams

Nice to have

  • Experience in labour relations is highly desirable

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
  • Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
  • Contribute to innovative projects
  • Utilise our cooperative working environment
  • Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
  • Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
  • Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Here, progress isn't always easy. The scale is massive, the challenges are complex, but the impact is real. Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects, that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

The role

Job Title: HR Manager (HRBP)

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily: rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

We're looking for an HR Manager (HRBP) to act as a strategic business partner, aligning people strategies with organizational goals. In this role, you will drive organizational transformation, workforce planning, employee relations, and talent initiatives within a dynamic industrial environment. You'll work alongside people who show up with ownership, passion, and dedication because they know what's at stake: the journey home.

What you'll do

  • Translate business strategy and objectives into effective HR action plans and people initiatives
  • Act as the primary HR partner and trusted advisor to management teams on organizational, people and leadership matters
  • Support organizational design and lead change management initiatives
  • Drive the implementation of labour relations strategies and employee relations programs
  • Lead workforce planning activities, defining staffing and resourcing needs
  • Ensure the successful deployment of key people processes, including Performance Management, Salary Reviews, STI schemes and People Reviews
  • Maintain the accuracy and quality of HR information systems and people data
  • Lead payroll processes and oversee time and attendance management

Req ID

Req ID:522676

How success is measured

  • Effective alignment of HR initiatives with business objectives
  • Successful implementation of organizational and people-related transformation projects
  • Accuracy and efficiency of payroll, workforce planning and HR processes
  • Quality and reliability of HR data and reporting
  • Trusted partnership and influence with leaders across the business

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews
  1. Application submission

  2. Resume screening · With a Talent Acquisition

  3. Initial interview

    With a Talent Acquisition

    Typically with Talent Acquisition.

  4. Second interview

    With a hiring manager

    With the hiring manager.

  5. References and background check

  6. Selection and offer

  • Candidates not shortlisted receive a rejection email.
  • Hiring decision communicated within 45 days of the final interview (stated in adverts).

About Alstom

Alstom is a global leader in the rail industry, developing and marketing integrated systems for greener and smarter mobility. The company offers a broad portfolio including rolling stock, infrastructure, and digital rail solutions, with a mission to make rail the backbone of transportation. Alstom's operations span worldwide, providing sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.

In Spain, Alstom has a significant presence with multiple offices and facilities, including in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other locations. The company is actively hiring for various roles in Spain, such as railway maintenance engineers, project managers, and technical specialists. Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance activities, offering opportunities for international professionals in the rail sector.

Industry
Rail Manufacturing
Founded
1928
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid and 3 more
Website
alstom.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alstom has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valladolid, and other cities, offering numerous job opportunities in the rail sector.
  • The company provides roles in engineering, project management, and maintenance, with many positions requiring technical skills in railway systems.
  • Alstom's Spanish operations are involved in both manufacturing and maintenance, providing a diverse range of career paths for international professionals.
  • The company is committed to greener mobility, making it an attractive employer for those interested in sustainable transportation solutions.

In their own words

About the company & team

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, project management, quality and business functions, solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility.

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