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HR and Labor Relations Technician

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 days ago

Veolia

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Catalan
The ad asks for Catalan, or counts it in your favour.
Be near Barcelona, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Junior-level role.
Driving licence
EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.
University degree
“Formación en el ámbito empresarial y de RRLL ( ADE, Economía, Ciencias del trabajo, Relaciones Laborales, Derecho ,...)” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What can we offer you? 🚀

Strategic position.
Professional development in a high-impact environment
Integration into a multidisciplinary team.
Contract for 8 months.
Flexible hours.
Teleworking 2 days a week.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What can you contribute? 🎯

Training in the business and ER field (Business Administration, Economics, Labor Sciences, Labor Relations, Law,...)
Minimum experience of 2 years in similar functions.
Availability to travel occasionally.
Driver's license.
Proficiency in Catalan.
Experience in payroll, collective bargaining, dismissals, agreements, etc. departments
Flexibility to adapt to the different priorities of the role.
Proactivity to provide solutions
Ability for teamwork and collaboration with cross-functional areas
People orientation.
Knowledge of the Google environment.

Nice to have

Valuable knowledge of the programs Cegid (formerly Meta-4), Siltra, Sistema red, tax management, relationship with official bodies, labor inspections.

The role

What are we looking for? 📢

We are currently looking for a temporary HR and ER Technician at one of our subsidiaries whose mission will be to support the business in various human resources processes: labor relations, recruitment, hiring, training and development, and employee care.

What you'll do

What will your functions be?

Labor advisory to employees
Coordination with the shared services center for personnel administration and payroll for the registration/deregistration/movements of people, and processing of payroll incidents.
Preparing all types of labor-related communications such as changes in working hours, mobility, contract terminations, company certificates, etc.
Execution of agreements, sanctions, terminations, etc.
Processing and data analytics (personnel costs, KPIs...)
Negotiation and monitoring of equality plans
Analysis and resolution of labor conflicts.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website: veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a leader in ecological transformation, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

We work mainly in three major areas: water💧, offering solutions for both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy 🔋improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industry and cities.

Additional information

At Veolia, we know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our achievements. Therefore, we promote their integration through a firm commitment to equality between men and women, sharing our corporate culture, experience, and best practices.

What unites us with our employees is the passion and excellence with which we work every day to protect the environment and guarantee access to water. Together, we build a greener and more inclusive present.

If you want to be part of this team and join this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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