Talent Acquisition Partner

On-site in Madrid, Spain / Portugal·Full-time·Added 2 days ago

Maersk

8 open roles

What they offer

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Maersk doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid, Spain / Portugal

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

The role

Are you passionate about being part of a high-impact Talent Acquisition team and driving hiring strategies across diverse and complex markets?

As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will play a critical role in enabling business growth through strategic workforce planning and best-in-class hiring delivery. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, providing market insights, talent intelligence, and recruitment expertise to support business objectives across your assigned scope.

Reporting to the Europe Area Talent Acquisition Manager, you will be responsible for leading end-to-end recruitment strategy and delivery, building future-ready talent pipelines, driving process excellence, and ensuring an outstanding stakeholder and candidate experience.

At Maersk, we have a vision larger than the ocean: to be a true integrator of container logistics, connecting and simplifying our customers' supply chains through end-to-end global solutions.

We rely on our people to make this happen. When you join Maersk, you become part of a global, diverse, and performance-driven organization with opportunities to grow, innovate, and make a tangible impact.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end recruitment processes across a diverse portfolio of roles, including professional, specialist, and leadership positions.

  • Build proactive talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.

  • Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in competitive markets.

  • Deliver hiring outcomes aligned with business priorities, quality standards, and hiring timelines.

  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, HR Business Partners, and People Partners.

  • Challenge and influence hiring decisions through data-driven recommendations and market insights.

  • Drive structured intake meetings and ensure clarity around role requirements, expectations, and hiring plans.

  • Navigate complex stakeholder environments across multiple functions and geographies.

  • Provide external talent market insights, competitor intelligence, and hiring trends to support strategic decision-making.

  • Advise leaders on talent availability, compensation positioning, and recruitment best practices.

  • Support workforce planning discussions through market-driven recommendations.

  • Ensure recruitment processes are executed consistently, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and local regulations.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance recruitment effectiveness and stakeholder experience.

  • Promote best practices in assessment, selection, diversity, and inclusion.

  • Maintain high standards of recruitment governance, compliance, and operational excellence.

  • Champion a seamless, inclusive, and positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.

  • Coach and enable hiring managers to become effective talent leads.

  • Build credibility and trust through consistent communication and exceptional service delivery.

  • Lead and support regional and global Talent Acquisition initiatives.

  • Contribute to transformation projects, process standardization, and technology adoption.

  • Actively participate in continuous improvement activities that strengthen Talent Acquisition capabilities across the organization.

How you'll work

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [email protected].

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition/Recruitment, preferably within a large international organization.

  • Strong understanding of recruitment fundamentals, including sourcing strategies, candidate assessment, talent pipelining, compensation principles, and local employment legislation.

  • Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing hiring decisions at multiple organizational levels.

  • Experience operating within complex, matrixed, and multinational environments.

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

  • Strong facilitation, consulting, coaching, and influencing skills.

  • Experience with Workday or other leading Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

  • High level of ownership, accountability, and ability to work autonomously while promoting collaboration and teamwork.

  • Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

  • Self-driven, energetic, and solutions-oriented with a strong customer-service mindset.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

About Maersk

Maersk is a global integrated logistics company headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, operating in over 130 countries. It is the world's largest container shipping company, providing ocean freight, port operations, supply chain management, and project logistics services. With a fleet of hundreds of vessels and a vast network of terminals, Maersk serves as a backbone of global trade, moving goods for major retailers, manufacturers, and project cargo clients.

In Spain, Maersk has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, supporting its Mediterranean operations and serving a diverse client base. The company is undergoing a digital transformation, integrating technology across its logistics and finance functions, which creates opportunities for professionals with international experience. Maersk's work culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and global mobility, making it an attractive employer for international hires seeking a dynamic environment with cross-border career paths.

Industry
Shipping
Founded
1904
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Copenhagen, Denmark
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
maersk.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Maersk operates in over 130 countries, offering international career mobility and cross-border opportunities.
  • The company has a strong focus on sustainability, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040, which may appeal to professionals passionate about green logistics.
  • Spain offices in Madrid and Barcelona are key hubs for Mediterranean trade, providing exposure to diverse markets.
  • Maersk offers a global work environment with English as the corporate language, easing the transition for international hires.
  • The company invests in digital transformation, creating roles in finance, project management, and customer experience that blend traditional logistics with modern technology.
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