Senior HR Business Partner (Product & Tech)

Hybrid in Barcelona, Spain / Portugal·Added 2 months ago

OLX

5 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    OLX doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona, Spain / Portugal for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 7+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

The role

WELCOME TO OLX

We're building marketplace sustainable ecosystems that millions of people depend on every month - to buy and sell cars, find homes, land jobs, and trade secondhand goods. It's commerce that matters: safe, smart, and environmentally responsible.

We do this with courage to innovate, commitment to outcomes, collaboration across 50+ nationalities and 7 markets, and a customer-led approach that puts real people first. Add a desire to win - and you get a culture that's ambitious, fast-moving, and built on trust.

Our brands - including AutoTrader, OLX, Otomoto, Property24, and more - are loved by millions. And we're backed by Prosus, one of the world's largest tech investors.

Join OLX and see how far you can go.

We are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to support the OLX team. Your mission is to partner with Managers and work collaboratively across HR to set the people agenda aligned with the business goals of the functions and ensure the delivery of value-added solutions to enable those business functions to succeed. You will drive strategic partnerships for senior leaders on people-related matters, fostering innovative initiatives and shaping impactful business strategies within the organization. You would act as a trusted advisor to people managers, leveraging your advanced business understanding and HR experience to proactively coach, counsel, and influence on people-related matters. You will be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic HR team.

In a typical day as Senior HR Business Partner, you'll:

  • Build and maintain partnerships with the leadership team to create a business and data-driven People Agenda; especially with 2 C-Level Leaders running the Tech & Product Functions
  • Advise leaders on people growth strategies and initiatives to ensure retention and growth of high potential employees as well as developing rigor around proactively identifying and addressing lower-performing employees;
  • Monitor and measure progress against the People Agenda to identify trends, share recommendations and make adaptations, as needed;
  • Facilitate the employee engagement action planning process with business leaders;
  • Develop a robust understanding and knowledge of key talent and work with leaders to ensure proper development plans are in place for these individuals;
  • Identify talent development needs and partner with the Talent team to create value-add solutions to close the gaps;
  • Understand the HR programs to effectively translate and implement: educate senior leaders on specific programs or processes and coach them to understand the role they play in driving a successful outcome, create and manage timelines and necessary communications appropriately;
  • Partner with leaders and employees to address and resolve complex employee relations issues.

What will you need to be successful in this role?

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably with a focus in Human Resources or Management;
  • 7-10 years of professional experience in the HR department of an international company, with at least 4 years of experience in the HR Business Partner area;
  • Experience in partnering C-Level Stakeholders, especially in bringing Functional Leadership Team into High Performing One
  • Being a strong team player who is used to working with senior stakeholders and big teams (+100 people) across several locations;
  • Showcasing a strong business acumen and a data driven mindset, with the ability to dig into numbers and analytics to inform decision making
  • Commitment to taking on an independent, structured, and agile way of thinking;
  • Being a passionate, communicative, and assertive HR person that understands the needs of our business and a good listener to our managers and employees;
  • Talent for coordination, teamwork, strategic thinking and driving impact
  • Demonstrated success coaching, training, advising, and providing consultative support to leaders across multiple levels;
  • Solid judgment, critical thinking and ability to balance the needs of the company, managers, and employees;
  • Unquestioned integrity and a confident presence to effectively resolve sensitive employee issues;
  • Excellent verbal & written English communication skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Unique opportunity to become a part of an international group and one of the major Internet Brands in the world, contributing to the global OLX success.
  • Fun and informal environment where getting stuff done and enjoying the ride is far more important than rules and hierarchies.
  • Continuous investment in your development, through trainings and e-courses.
  • Complex compensation package (annual performance-based bonus, medical insurance, flexible benefits).
  • Work in a hybrid model - three days per week from the office.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews
  1. Apply

  2. First interview

    With a recruiter · 30–90 min

    About the role, your experience and ambitions, with time for your questions and any accommodation requests.

  3. Second interview

    With hiring manager or team members · 30–90 min

    Assessment of technical and soft skills and a chance to learn about the team and company.

  4. Feedback and offer · With a recruiter

  • Interviews usually last 30 to 90 minutes depending on the stage and role.
  • Unsuccessful candidates hear back within one to two weeks.

About OLX

OLX Group is a global online classifieds marketplace platform, operating in over 30 countries across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. The company connects buyers and sellers across categories like real estate, vehicles, and consumer goods, and is one of the world's largest classifieds businesses, with a strong focus on building trusted and safe digital marketplaces.

In Spain, OLX Group has a significant presence, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona serving as a hub for product, engineering, and design talent. The company's Spanish operations are a key part of its global product and technology organization, offering international professionals the opportunity to work on large-scale consumer platforms with a strong emphasis on product quality, safety, and user experience. The work culture is described as collaborative and data-driven, with a focus on innovation and impact.

Industry
Classifieds
Founded
2006
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • OLX Group operates in over 25 countries, offering international professionals a chance to work in a truly global environment.
  • The company's tech hubs in Barcelona and Madrid are key centers for product and engineering roles, offering opportunities for international talent.
  • OLX is a product-driven company with a strong focus on user experience and safety, making it an interesting place for product managers, designers, and engineers.
  • The company offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on data and experimentation.
  • OLX Group is part of the Prosus/Naspers group, providing the stability and resources of a large global tech investor.

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Additional information

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