HR Director

Barcelona, Spain·Full-time·Added 12 days ago

Catenon

205 open roles

What they offer

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, or counts it in your favour.

  • Portuguese

    The ad asks for Portuguese, or counts it in your favour.

  • Catalan

    The ad asks for Catalan, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 15+ years of experience

    Director-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English, .

The role

HR Director - Barcelona (Services Sector)

Are you motivated by the opportunity to be part of the Executive Committee and turn Human Resources into a true strategic business partner?

We are looking for an HR Director to lead the evolution of the People function in an international services-sector company, with a dynamic, creative, and client-focused environment. This is a high-impact position in which you will have the opportunity to define the HR strategy in Iberia and support management in the company's organizational transformation.

You will be responsible for driving talent, culture, development, internal communication, and employer branding initiatives, as well as advising the executive team on people management, leadership, and organizational change. You will work with a business mindset, helping to build a stronger, more efficient organization ready to grow.

We are looking for a profile with 8-10 years of experience as an HR Director or Head of HR, preferably in professionalized services companies (consulting, technology, marketing, engineering, legal, audit, etc.), accustomed to working with executive teams and influencing decision-making. Executive presence, the ability to manage complex situations, strategic vision, and a results-oriented approach will be key.

A university degree, C1 English, and experience leading transformation, organizational development, and talent management projects are required.

What you'll do

- Design and implement the comprehensive HR strategy for the Iberia region, ensuring alignment with the global group's strategic objectives.
- Play an active role on the Executive Committee, advising on people management, conflict resolution, and strategic decision-making.
- Lead cultural transformation and internal communication to strengthen the work environment and alignment with corporate values.
- Act as an executive coach for the management team, providing support in leadership development.
- Manage the full employee lifecycle, optimizing talent attraction, selection, and onboarding program processes.
- Develop and drive Learning & Development (L&D) plans and internal talent identification systems.
- Oversee personnel administration and labor relations, and ensure compliance with legal regulations and GDPR.
- Maintain and optimize information systems (SAP SuccessFactors) and the reporting of key KPIs to management.
- Promote and execute Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) initiatives, as well as Sustainability policies.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum Requirements (Must-Haves):
- Higher university degree in Human Resources, Law, Psychology, or related fields.
- Total professional experience of 15 to 20 years, with at least 8-10 years in HR Director roles.
- C1 English level is essential (full professional proficiency for international interaction).
- Executive presence (Gravitas), strong mediation and influencing skills, and excellent communication abilities.
- Business-oriented vision and proven resilience in professional services environments.
- Proficiency in digital tools such as SAP SuccessFactors and the Microsoft 360 environment.

Desirable Requirements (Nice-to-Haves):
- Knowledge of Portuguese, Catalan, or French.
- Previous experience in professional services sectors (Consulting, Advertising, Audit, or Law Firms).
- Availability to travel occasionally as required by the needs of the Iberia region.

This is an opportunity to join a growing international company, with a newly created project, high visibility, autonomy, and career progression, where HR will play a leading role in the business strategy.

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.

Industry
Recruitment

In their own words

About the company & team

Our client is a prestigious multinational leader in the professional services and global event organization sector. With a solid international track record and a culture based on innovation and excellence, the company is at a key moment of strategic transformation. They stand out for their ability to connect people and brands through memorable experiences, supported by a diverse and highly qualified team. Currently, the organization is seeking to professionalize and elevate its people management function, integrating talent as the main driver of its growth and business success in the Iberia region, fostering a dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented work environment.

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