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HR Manager

On-site in Martorell·Added 12 days ago

Lear Corporation

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Lear Corporation 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 Martorell
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, Law, or equivalent experience.” — per the ad.

The role

As the HR Manager for the Martorell JIT Plant, you will lead all Human Resources activities supporting the plant's daily operations, ensuring alignment between business objectives and people strategies.

You will partner closely with the Plant Manager and Corporate HR teams to ensure effective labor relations, workforce planning, talent development, and HR compliance in a fast-paced production environment.

What you'll do

Lead the implementation of HR policies, programs, and initiatives across the plant.
Manage labor relations, including works council interactions, collective agreements, union relationships, and negotiations.
Oversee payroll, hiring, employee records, time and attendance, and personnel administration processes.
Ensure compliance with labor legislation, company policies, and HR governance requirements.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Develop and manage workforce planning, including headcount forecasting and staffing plans.
Monitor and report HR metrics, workforce trends, and key performance indicators.
Manage the annual HR budget and control personnel-related costs.
Represent the company before labor authorities and collaborate with legal and corporate functions.
Promote employee engagement, teamwork, communication, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
Coordinate GDPR-related activities and ensure data privacy compliance at plant level.

Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success-empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Experience Requirements

+5 years of experience in HR management
Strong expertise in labor relations, collective bargaining, union negotiations, and employee representative bodies.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, Law, or equivalent experience.
Fluent English and Spanish with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proven experience leading HR operations, workforce planning, talent development, and organizational change in a plant environment.

Hiring process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; if you fit, an HR representative gets in touch and the recruiting team explains the interview process for that role, which varies by role and location

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Candidates who fit are connected with an HR representative first.

About Lear Corporation

Lear Corporation is a global automotive technology company that designs and manufactures seating and electrical distribution systems for major automakers worldwide. With over 160,000 employees across more than 250 locations in 37 countries, Lear is a Fortune 500 company and a leading supplier in the automotive industry, operating through two main business segments: Seating and E-Systems (electrical distribution and electronics).

In Spain, Lear has a significant industrial and engineering presence, with multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers, particularly in Catalonia and other regions. The company offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, IT, logistics, and HR, and is known for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. For international professionals, Lear provides opportunities to work in a multicultural environment with global career mobility, especially in engineering and management positions within its E-Systems division.

Industry: Automotive
Founded: 1917
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Southfield, USA
In Spain: Barcelona, Valls, Roig de Levallois and 1 more
Website: lear.com

Good to know if you are moving

Lear has multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers in Spain, primarily in Catalonia (e.g., Barcelona area), offering opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, and IT.
The company operates in a global matrix structure, providing international professionals with potential for cross-border career mobility and exposure to global projects.
Many roles in Spain are focused on the E-Systems division (electronics and electrical distribution), which is a key growth area for the company.
Lear emphasizes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, so experience with these methodologies is valued.
Working at Lear in Spain may require Spanish language skills for plant-based roles, but engineering and management positions often operate in English.

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Additional information

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

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