The English-language job board for Spain

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 4 days ago (last checked 3 Nov)

Intuitive Surgical

15 open roles

Apply

Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

Visa options

The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
Not a refusal, but not a yes. Worth asking in your first message.

Find jobs with visa support

Skills

The role

What you'll do

The Talent Acquisition Specialist manages the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing to hiring and acts as an experienced subject matter, working closely with HR team and line managers on understanding profile and scope, identifying internal and external talent, managing candidates, providing feedback to all stakeholders, hiring talents and ensuring the successful onboarding of candidates while contributing to the effectiveness of HR processes and activities throughout the region.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Plan & implement talent acquisition strategy for each role and effectively use existing sourcing, reporting and analysis tools to enhance talent acquisition
Proactively develop and build talent pools responding to the upcoming business needs by sourcing potential candidates through networks, associations, job boards, online channels, social media and by fostering long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates
Partner with and guide line managers in the EMEA region to drive recruitment process effectively
Provide line managers with expert guidance, coaching and counsel on full talent acquisition life cycle and interview methodologies (competency based interviewing techniques)
Ensure recruitment processes are followed through the applicant tracking system and company processes (non-compete check, references, verification of employment)
Ensure appropriate follow up of hiring until onboarding for all new hires across the region
Prepare recruitment reports, analyze trends and proactively think of ways to improve processes based on data and analysis
Lead employer branding initiatives and educate internal and external stakeholder on company culture & expectations
Ensure high-quality candidate experience and recruitment services

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Bachelor Degree in Labor Psychology, Business or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience in recruitment in a competitive and fast-moving environment
Expert in social media, resume databases, professional networks, applicant tracking systems and recruitment platforms, expertise of sourcing tools and methodologies
Solid analytical and reporting skills
Ability to prioritize and manage a high volume of activity and requests from multiple sources in a time sensitive environment
Ability to independently plan and organize the most complex business recruitment needs working remotely
Ability to operate successfully in a matrix structure
Strong communications skills and a strong work ethic and attitude
Fluent in English and local language, another EU language an asset

About Intuitive Surgical

Intuitive Surgical is a global leader in minimally invasive care, best known for its da Vinci surgical systems that combine advanced robotic technology with precision instruments for a wide range of surgical procedures. The company designs, manufactures, and markets its robotic platforms and accompanying instruments, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes and expanding access to minimally invasive surgery worldwide. With a multi-billion dollar revenue base and a workforce of over 10,000 employees, it operates across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and continues to invest heavily in R&D and clinical evidence generation.

In Spain, Intuitive Surgical has a growing presence, with a commercial and clinical team based in Madrid and Barcelona supporting the adoption of da Vinci systems across the country. The company is known for a collaborative, engineering-driven culture that values clinical excellence and customer success, making it an attractive employer for international professionals with backgrounds in engineering, clinical support, and healthcare management. They offer a global career framework, which can be appealing for relocators, and frequently hire for roles that require Spanish and English language skills.

Industry: Medical Devices
Founded: 1995
Employees: 10,000+
Headquarters: Sunnyvale, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Offers a structured global career framework, which can facilitate internal transfers for international professionals.
Roles in Spain often require a mix of Spanish and English, making it accessible for international candidates.
The company values clinical and technical expertise, so international hires with medical or engineering backgrounds are highly sought after.
Positions in Spain are typically based in Barcelona or Madrid, with a hybrid work model common in corporate functions.
Intuitive Surgical provides a competitive relocation package for senior roles, including visa sponsorship in some cases.

In their own words

About the company & team

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful— because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Additional information

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

All open roles at Intuitive Surgical