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HR Technician

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Grupo Planeta

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • French

    The ad asks for French, 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.

  • University degree

    “Formación: Licenciatura o Grado en ADE, RRLL, derecho y/o Psicologia.” — per the ad.

Benefits

  • Private health insurance

    Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Meal vouchers

    A restaurant card or tickets, per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What would we like to see in your CV?

  • Education: Bachelor's or Degree in Business Administration, Labor Relations, Law, and/or Psychology. A Master's in HR is a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years as a generalist.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Advanced English (C1).
  • Knowledge of Catalan and French is a plus.

You would fit in with us if you consider yourself a person...

  • Operational, organizational, and planning skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Rigorous and detail-oriented.
  • Resilient and able to manage stressful situations.
  • Discretion and handling of confidential information.
  • Results-oriented and focused on internal clients.

The role

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!

At Grupo Planeta, we are looking for an HR Technician for our Planeta Formación y Universidades division.

Your mission will be to manage and execute the operational HR processes, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, the proper development of recruitment processes, personnel administration, and support for the organization's talent management policies.

What would your day-to-day look like?

  • Support and follow-up for the assigned Business Unit.
  • Follow-up of recruitment processes.
  • Management of the hiring and onboarding process.
  • Analysis and interpretation of data (KPIs), personnel reports, and other ad hoc reports.
  • You will be the point of contact for employees: resolving issues and/or questions.
  • Management of vacations, permits, absences, and incidents.
  • Management of hires, terminations, and contractual modifications with the Corporate department.
  • Support in the detection, organization, and follow-up of training needs.
  • Support in performance evaluations and development plans.

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
Website
planeta.es

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.

In their own words

Additional information

What do we offer you?

  • Stable contract: Permanent and Full-time.
  • 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...).
  • An attractive social benefits package through the flexible remuneration plan that includes: transport card, restaurant card, nursery voucher, medical insurance, etc.

If you think this is your job opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

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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