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HR Consultant

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 16 days ago

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Cushman & Wakefield doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Requirements

Education & certifications

• Good knowledge of Iberian best practices, labor laws, and regulations.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Good organizational and time management skills.

• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office Suite, Workday knowledge is a plus.

• Fluency in English and Spanish, Portuguese is a plus

The role

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on and detail-oriented HR Consultant / HR Generalist Iberia to support the People Partnering team across Spain and Portugal. The role will provide Tier 2 HR support across the employee lifecycle, combining operational excellence, local HR knowledge and strong employee experience focus. The successful candidate will support managers and employees on people processes, employee relations, recruitment coordination, onboarding, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, HR data, compliance and local HR projects, contributing to a more integrated Iberia People model

What you'll do

  • Support the implementation, administration and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures and people processes across Spain and Portugal, ensuring alignment with company standards and local employment legislation.

  • Provide Tier 2 guidance to managers and employees on HR processes, employee lifecycle matters and local practices, escalating complex or high-risk matters to People Partners, Legal, Reward or other specialist teams as appropriate.

  • Support workforce administration, including employee data accuracy, job changes, promotions, leavers, employment documentation, correspondence with employees and external authorities, and coordination with the HR Shared Services Center.

  • Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including local HR induction, documentation, system coordination, local benefits registration and liaison with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth employee experience.

  • Support TA, including review of job descriptions and requisitions,

  • Support early careers processes, including university agreements, internship administration, legal checks and coordination with Talent Acquisition and local stakeholders.

  • Administer and support local benefits, payroll-related processes and compensation activities, including payroll coordination, benefits queries, vendor administration, invoices

  • Support performance management and talent processes, including goal setting follow-up, year-end review tracking, Plans and development planning activities.

  • Support employee simple relations matters, including attendance, performance,, investigations, medical or long-term absence cases, maternity and other leave situations, ensuring appropriate documentation and timely resolution.

  • Coordinate employment changes, severance calculations, settlement documentation and employee exit in collaboration with People Partners, local Legal teams and relevant stakeholders.

  • Tracking of mandatory learning, compliance monitoring, preparation of training documentation and follow-up with employees and managers.

  • Contribute to HR projects across Iberia, including talent management, employee experience, process optimisation, reporting, compliance, DEI, pay transparency, job architecture and People model implementation.

Job Title

HR Consultant

Experience

• 3 - 5 years' experience similar tasks to those described

• Experience and knowledge of payroll will be highly valued.

INCO

INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield is a global commercial real estate services firm that advises and represents clients on property leasing, sales, valuation, and facilities management. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees across more than 60 countries, the company is one of the largest real estate services providers in the world, serving occupiers, owners, and investors. Its services span capital markets, property management, project management, and engineering, making it a key player in the commercial real estate industry.

In Spain, Cushman & Wakefield has a strong presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from property and building management to capital markets and technical consulting. The company's culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and professional development, and it actively hires international talent for its Spanish operations, particularly in roles that require English proficiency and cross-border expertise. For international professionals, Cushman & Wakefield offers the opportunity to work on high-profile real estate projects in a dynamic market, with a global network that supports career mobility.

Industry
Real Estate
Founded
1917
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Chicago, USA
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Cushman & Wakefield has a global presence in over 60 countries, offering potential for international career mobility.
  • The company's Spain offices are in Madrid and Barcelona, two major European business hubs with strong real estate markets.
  • Roles in Spain often require bilingual skills (Spanish and English), making it accessible for international professionals.
  • The company provides comprehensive training and development programs, supporting career growth for new hires.
  • As a global leader in real estate services, employees gain exposure to high-profile clients and projects across Europe.

In their own words

About the company & team

This role is designed to provide operational and specialist HR support across Iberia, with day-to-day responsibilities linked to both Portugal and Spain. The position will work closely with the People Partner Iberia, local managers, People Services, Talent Acquisition, Reward, Legal, Finance, Payroll providers and other specialist teams to ensure consistent delivery of People processes and an effective employee experience.

Additional information

Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor's attention once they have made contact.

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