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HR Controller - Management Control - Personnel Budget

On-site in Madrid·Added 7 days ago

Santalucía

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Santalucía doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Grado en RRHH, Psicología, Estadística, Matemáticas, ADE, Ingeniería, Economía.” — per the ad.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum 3 years in HR Management Control or data analysis, as well as thorough knowledge of the payroll process.
Advanced Excel.
Power BI or Business Intelligence tools.
Databases and data models.
HR indicators and processes.
Analytical thinking.
Achievement orientation.
Strategic vision.
Digital skills.
Knowledge management.
Planning and implementation.
Problem-solving.
Effective communication.
Influence and negotiation.
Collaborative work.

Nice to have

Valuable knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, or HR platforms.

Education & certifications

Degree in HR, Psychology, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics.

The role

Ensure excellence in the management, governance, and use of Human Resources data, ensuring the reliability of information, control of personnel costs, and the generation of strategic information for decision-making, through continuous process improvement, reporting automation, and the evolution of HR technology solutions toward a data-driven model.

What you'll do

Define and implement a robust data governance model in a complex end-to-end process, with high variability and multiple stakeholders.
Ensure the proper updating of SAP HCM and cost planning, especially in an environment with around 40 collective bargaining agreements, of which approximately half undergo annual modifications. Review changes and validation, monthly forecasts, and specific controls.
Drive continuous process improvement, identifying opportunities for automation, simplification, and efficiency.
Prepare the annual budget, forecasts, and monthly variance analyses, ensuring a rigorous and reliable explanation of results.
Advance the evolution of the "ad hoc" reporting service we provide to the internal organization of Albia.
Accelerate the development and improvement of Albia's Dashboard, a strategic project for all areas of Albia.
Deploy a data control culture in Human Resources and business operations.

About Santalucía

Santalucía is a Spanish insurance group headquartered in Madrid, with a strong presence in the life, health, and funeral insurance sectors. It operates through a network of subsidiaries including Albia (funeral services), Accepta (assistance services), and Iris Global, offering a wide range of insurance and financial products. With over 4,000 employees, the group is one of the leading insurance providers in Spain, serving millions of customers through both direct and agency channels.

In Spain, Santalucía has offices and operations across multiple cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and others, with a significant focus on digital transformation and technology roles. The company is actively hiring for IT, data science, actuarial, and business analyst positions, as well as offering internships through its Senda program. For international professionals, Santalucía offers opportunities in a stable, established Spanish company with a strong local market presence, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency.

Industry: Insurance
Founded: 1933
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla and 8 more
Website: santalucia.es

Good to know if you are moving

Santalucía is a large, established Spanish insurance group with over 4,000 employees, offering stability and long-term career prospects.
The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, with many open roles in IT, data science, and actuarial fields, which may be suitable for international tech professionals.
Most roles are based in Spain and require Spanish language proficiency, so international candidates should have at least a working level of Spanish.
Santalucía offers a structured internship program (Senda Becas) in various areas, which can be a good entry point for recent graduates.
The company operates in multiple sectors including insurance, funeral services, and assistance, providing diverse career opportunities.

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Additional information

At NEW NORRSKEN CONS&GRO SL, Grupo Albia, we work to guarantee real and effective equal opportunities that allow us to promote professional development and workforce diversity, in line with our commitment to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda.

At Grupo Albia, we seek to incorporate people, both women and men, with a vocation for service, sensitivity, and professionalism to develop their career in the funeral sector, regardless of their previous experience in the field. Our commitment to equal opportunities and diversity is an essential part of our corporate culture.

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