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Academic Coordinator

On-site in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 30 Oct)

Grupo Planeta

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Work mode: On-site, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Psychopedagogy, Psychology, Business Administration (ADE), or a similar field.
Experience: We value experience in the educational sector, preferably in Vocational Training (FP) and online training. Also in customer service.
Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Communication and student support skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Empathy.
Management and organizational capacity.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Stable contract: Permanent, full-time with flexible hours.
You will be able to develop professionally thanks to our training plans and internal talent development.
Exclusive discounts and promotions for our employees (masters and postgraduates, publishing imprints, collectibles, Casa del Libro...).

The role

At Grupo Planeta, we are looking for an Academic Coordinator to join the PlanetaFP team of our Planeta Formación y Universidades division.

Your mission will be to guarantee the academic and operational coordination of the center, ensuring effective educational planning, excellence in the student experience, and the correct implementation of the teaching model.

What you'll do

Provide attention to students and their families from the initial welcome stage by providing support
Teacher retention (motivating and accompanying)
Global classroom management
Virtual campus management
Schedule organization
Ensure compliance with the center's regulatory framework
Lead evaluation boards
Provide support to the teaching staff in the daily management of the center, campus, and academic documentation
Monitor and ensure compliance with the academic calendar by coordinating evaluation dates, events, and activities
Manage academic enrollments, modifications, and withdrawals

Requirements

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About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry: Media & Publishing
Founded: 1949
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.

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About the company & team

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

We invite you to get to know us!

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Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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