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Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 27 Oct)
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- Work mode
- Hybrid, Madrid
- Contract
- Permanent, full-time hours
- English
- Required
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Education
- University degree
- Benefits
- Private health insurance, flexible pay plan






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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
Education & certifications
University degree in Law, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Valued: University Master's in Human Resources.
Languages
- Intermediate English (B2).
The role
Join Soltec and lead the optimization of solar energy performance
If you want to develop your career in an international environment, participate in projects with real impact and grow in a company oriented towards continuous improvement, we want to meet you.
We are a global company specializing in photovoltaic sector technology, with more than two decades of developing innovative solutions and contributing to a more sustainable energy model.
We are looking for a person for the position of Labor Relations Manager to join the Human Resources team. This department's mission is to drive the organization's competitive advantage through strategic talent management, aligning human capabilities with corporate objectives, strengthening leadership, culture and organizational agility, and acting as a strategic partner to the business areas to accelerate their impact and sustainability. All of this through people-centered policies and processes, and an inclusive, motivating work environment aligned with corporate values, promoting the professional growth, well-being and engagement of everyone in the organization.
What you'll do
Your objective will be to manage and supervise labor relations in our company. This key role ensures compliance with labor laws, negotiates collective agreements, and fosters a positive and productive work environment. Additionally, you will coordinate the labor activities of our subsidiaries and manage teams at a corporate level.
What would you do on a day-to-day basis?
- Negotiate and administer collective agreements with unions and other labor organizations.
- Investigate and resolve labor conflicts and employee grievances.
- Coordinate and conduct training sessions on labor relations for company personnel.
- Perform, supervise, and update labor policies and take corrective measures when necessary.
- Stay updated on changes in labor legislation and adapt company policies accordingly.
- Keep the personnel database and files up to date
- Prepare and supervise labor contracts, as well as management related to: new hires, renewals, notice letters, settlements, etc.
- Manage subsidies derived from personnel hiring.
- Coordinate the payroll process together with external advisors.
- Manage Social Security registrations, cancellations, permits, vacations, expenses, among others, for personnel.
- Attend to staff inquiries related to the payroll and labor relations process.
- Coordinate management with agencies and legal providers.
- Manage the absenteeism and attendance control system and report generation.
- Coordinate the labor activities of subsidiaries to ensure consistency and compliance with corporate policies.
- Manage and lead work teams at a corporate level, fostering collaboration and professional development.
- Transmit values and actively participate in the company's quality management, occupational risk prevention (ORP), sustainability, and environmental management systems, in accordance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
- Lead and manage teams to meet organizational objectives, foster a positive environment, develop skills, and facilitate communication and conflict resolution.
- These functions represent the scope of the position, but are not exclusively limited to them.
Experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a corporate environment
Knowledge
- Required knowledge in:
- Social Security.
- Deep knowledge of labor laws and applicable regulations.
- Compensation and benefits (flexible remuneration, commissions, objective-based model with associated bonuses, among others).
- Experience in the management, monitoring, and control of employee data from a Labor Relations perspective, guaranteeing the quality, integrity, and traceability of labor information.
- Experience in preparing personnel structure cost analysis reports, as well as in the monitoring, control, and optimization of associated costs and in the analysis of opportunities for organizational structure optimization.
- Valued knowledge in:
- Expatriation.
- Ocean (hiring).
- Success Factors (SFSF).
- ERP Navision.
- SAP.
Competencies / Skills
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Results Orientation.
- Problem Solving.
- Adaptability to Change and Flexibility.
- Leadership.
- Strategic Alignment.
Purpose and sustainability
- Be part of a leading solar energy company, contributing to accelerating the energy transition.
- Work with real impact: every project helps build a cleaner and more sustainable future.
Development and projection
- Participation in global projects.
- Growth opportunities in international environments.
People-based culture
- Collaborative, diverse, and respectful environment where we foster inclusion and a sense of belonging.
- Culture oriented towards learning, continuous improvement, and innovation.
Flexibility and well-being
- Flexible start time between 8:00 and 9:30h.
- Hybrid modality (1 day of teleworking).
- Afternoon off on your birthday.
Competitive compensation
- Variable remuneration.
- Flexible benefits plan (daycare, medical insurance, restaurant, transport).
Soltec is a company committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and regulatory compliance. All applications are evaluated using objective criteria free from discrimination.
The data controller, SOLTEC ENERGÍAS RENOVABLES SL, informs you that the data you provide will be processed to initiate the personnel selection process and, if selected, will be used for the relevant administrative management related to the future labor relationship. We inform you of your rights of access, rectification, erasure, objection, portability, and limitation of processing. For more information, write to the address? dpo@soltec.com
About Soltec
Soltec is a renewable energy company specializing in the design, manufacture, and supply of solar tracking systems, with a strong focus on solar photovoltaic projects. The company operates globally, providing solar tracking solutions and energy projects across multiple countries, and has established itself as a relevant player in the solar energy sector.
In Spain, Soltec has its main office in Murcia, where it was founded and where it continues to develop its activity. The company is part of the Spanish renewable energy ecosystem and offers opportunities for international professionals interested in the solar sector, with a work environment linked to engineering, project development and technical support.
- Industry
- Renewable Energy
- Founded
- 2004
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Murcia, Spain
- In Spain
- Murcia
Good to know if you are moving
- Soltec is headquartered in Murcia, Spain, a city with a growing renewable energy hub.
- The company operates internationally, offering opportunities to work on solar projects across different countries.
- As a Spanish-founded company, it provides a local work environment with global reach in the solar energy sector.
- The company focuses on solar tracking systems, a niche but growing area within renewable energy.
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