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Senior Labor Relations Specialist

Hybrid in Esplugues de Llobregat·Added 20 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

Nestlé

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Work mode: Hybrid, Esplugues de Llobregat
English: Required
Experience: 8+ years
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Required
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum requirements

More than 8 years of consolidated experience in Employee Relations.
Bachelor's Degree in Law, with a Master's in Human Resources and Occupational Risk Prevention.
High level of English.
Good knowledge of IT tools.
Valid driver's license and availability to travel between centers throughout the country.
High negotiation capacity, strategic vision, capacity for work, and conflict management.
Service orientation, flexibility, autonomy, capacity for reaction, and orientation toward agreements.

Nice to have

Preferably, residence in Barcelona.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer much more than a job. We put people at the center and inspire you to become your best version.

Excellent benefits including a competitive salary and a complete package of social benefits. We have one of the most competitive pension plans on the market, as well as flexible compensation with tax advantages: medical insurance, restaurant card, mobility plan, etc.
Personal and professional growth through continuous training and constant development opportunities, reflecting our conviction that people are our most important asset.
Hybrid work environment with a flexible model. Our campus, modern and dog-friendly, features a medical center, canteen, and spaces to collaborate, connect, and relax.
Recreational activities such as yoga or zumba, and a wide variety of volunteering initiatives.

The role

Location: Esplugues de Llobregat
Company: Nestlé España S.A.
Area: Human Resources
Contract type: Permanent

Ensure the correct application of labor, Social Security, and risk prevention legislation, as well as internal policies. The position advises Line Managers, HRBPs, and CoEs, participates in collective bargaining, manages labor conflicts, and represents the company's interests before external organizations and forums.

What you'll do

Analyze labor, Social Security, and risk prevention legislation, internal regulations, and corporate initiatives for implementation within the organization.
Develop procedures, protocols, and updates regarding labor, Social Security, and risk prevention to adapt them to current legislation.
Advise and resolve inquiries from Line Managers, HRBPs, and CoEs.
Participate in labor and health and safety audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.
Prepare legal opinions, reports, disciplinary letters, transfers or dismissal letters, and proposals related to early retirement and terminations, coordinating with and supporting the Line Manager and the HRBP.
Study and interpret regulations and case law to promote uniformity of criteria.
Prepare, review, and negotiate collective bargaining proposals, agreements, and pacts together with the Employee Relations team.
Negotiate restructurings and reorganizations, including ERE, ERTE, and substantial modifications of working conditions.
Manage potential internal conflicts, such as work stoppages or strikes.
Attend labor inspections and other Administration bodies, and direct or supervise judicial proceedings within the scope of responsibility.
Represent the company's interests in conciliations, arbitrations, mediations, and external forums related to labor matters, risk prevention, and equality.
Monitor the Human Resources KPIs linked to the unit, analyze indicators, and coordinate action plans with HRBPs and Line Managers.
Actively comply with safety, health, and environmental commitments and standards.

Hiring process

4 steps3 interviewsa task to do

Application
CV screening
Initial interview
With a recruiter
A conversation about your interests, experience and motivation, with more detail on the role.
Interview with the People Manager
With a hiring manager
A competency interview, virtual or in person, exploring your fit with the department and the role.
Evaluation
Certified tools on cognitive abilities and learning preferences; a case study or practical test may be requested.
Final interview
With stakeholders and possibly the future team
Different stakeholders take part; you may meet the team you would work with.
Offer

The evaluation is explained to you beforehand.
Nestlé keeps you updated on your application status and gives feedback after interviews.
Interviews may be by phone, video or in person; the recruiter explains the steps.

About Nestlé

Nestlé is the world's largest food and beverage company, headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland. The company operates across nearly 190 countries, offering a vast portfolio of brands ranging from baby food and coffee to petcare, confectionery, and nutrition products. With over 270,000 employees and more than 2,000 brands, Nestlé is a true global leader in the food industry, with a strong focus on nutrition, health, and wellness.

In Spain, Nestlé has a significant presence with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, operating across multiple business units including Purina PetCare, Waters, and the Iberian shared services center. The Spanish offices host a wide range of roles, from factory operations and technical maintenance to IT, finance, and HR internships, making it a relevant destination for international professionals. Nestlé's culture emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, and internal mobility, and they actively recruit international talent through structured internship and youth programs, offering a multicultural environment and global career opportunities.

Industry: Food and Beverages
Founded: 1866
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Vevey, Switzerland
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Nestlé offers structured internship programs in Spain (e.g., Finance, HR, IT, Operations) that are open to international students, providing a gateway into a global company.
The company's Spanish offices in Barcelona and Madrid are part of a large global network, offering opportunities for cross-border mobility and international career paths.
Nestlé is a highly diverse employer with a strong focus on inclusion and internal mobility, making it attractive for professionals relocating to Spain.
The Spanish operations include well-known factories such as Nestlé Purina in Castellbisbal, offering technical and engineering roles.
Nestlé's global scale and brand recognition provide strong CV value for international professionals.

In their own words

Additional information

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company in the world. We work with the purpose of improving quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are based on respect: respect for ourselves, for others, for diversity, and for our future. Do you want to know more? Visit www.nestle.com.

At Nestlé, we are firmly committed to offering equal opportunities to all people. We value diversity of age, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, sex characteristics, social origin, religion or beliefs, and disability. Step out of your comfort zone; share your ideas, your way of thinking, and your way of working to make a difference in the world every day. You are also part of the action: make it count.

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