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Talent Acquisition Specialist (Temporary)

On-site in Tarragona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 10 Nov)

Applus IDIADA

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Skills

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor Degree is a must.
  • Additional training in HR is a plus.

Experience

  • More than 2 years’ experience as an international recruiter within a company or a Recruitment Agency including sourcing and full life cycle recruiting
  • Experience managing and prioritizing high number of searches, projects and client relationships.
  • Experience recruiting different type of profiles, engineering or automotive environment.

Skills

  • Excellent customer service skills with both a professional telephone manner and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and successfully with members of a team.
  • Be able to build professional and lasting relationships with management and candidates
  • Fluency in English and Spanish. Fluency in other languages is a plus.
  • Expert user of LinkedIn and other social networks.
  • Results-oriented and focus on continuous improvement
  • Sense of urgency

The role

Company Description

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3600 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees' wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Recruiter to join our team based in our Headquarters, Spain (temporary contract). Reporting to the Corporate Recruitment Manager, primary responsibilities will include contacting, screening and assisting in the placement of qualified candidates at our client sites.

  • You will have the chance to improve the recruitment wherever you work in IDIADA,
  • You will manage recruitment processes from A-Z for multiple roles in different areas and geographies. Working closely with Managers you will develop the position profile and understand overall needs and requirements. Responsible for full life-cycle recruitment processes worldwide.
  • Create a comprehensive job description based on Managers specifications and help us to share our values and strengths with the candidates.
  • Sourcing candidates by direct search on internal and external databases, preparing external job advertisements, web postings in accordance with the organization's recruitment standards and business needs.
  • Contact candidates, arrange interview times and conduct interviews.
  • Assess applicants on relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience and motivations. Provide to the candidate a great experience.
  • Prepare the corresponding recruitment report to send to our client and manage, prioritize and close searches in a timely manner.
  • Recommend ideas and new practices related to recruitment, implementing any new processes
  • Give support implementing Employment Branding initiatives. Make sure that candidates understand our values and what we do.
  • Meet established KPI's for recruitment.
Additional Information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don't put limits on you, so don't put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.

About Applus IDIADA

Applus IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, providing design, testing, homologation, and certification services to vehicle manufacturers worldwide. With a workforce of over 2,800 engineers and technical experts, the company operates state-of-the-art test tracks and laboratories, supporting clients across the entire vehicle development cycle. Its headquarters and main technical center are located in Santa Oliva, Spain, near Barcelona.

In Spain, Applus IDIADA is a key player in the automotive R&D sector, with its main campus in Santa Oliva and additional presence in Barcelona and Madrid. The company actively recruits international engineers, particularly those fluent in Chinese, German, Korean, and Japanese, to support its global client base. Its work culture is highly technical and project-driven, offering relocating professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle testing, emissions certification, and electric vehicle technologies in a multicultural environment.

Industry
Automotive Engineering
Founded
1990
Employees
2,500–5,000
Headquarters
Santa Oliva, Spain
In Spain
Santa Oliva, Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • The main technical campus is located in Santa Oliva, a small town in Catalonia, about 60 km from Barcelona, offering a quieter lifestyle with easy access to the city.
  • The company actively recruits international engineers, with specific roles requiring fluency in Chinese, German, Japanese, and Korean to support global automotive clients.
  • Applus IDIADA offers a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art testing facilities, including proving grounds, wind tunnels, and emissions labs, which are among the most advanced in Europe.
  • The company provides relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits, as part of its global talent acquisition strategy.
  • The work environment is highly multicultural, with employees from over 30 countries, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking an international career in automotive engineering.
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