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People Business Partner (One year contract)

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Dow Jones

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Barcelona

AI generated summary

  • You have 5+ years in HR, strong business acumen, multicultural interaction skills, DEI understanding, labor law knowledge, independence in fast-paced environments, and effective communication abilities.
  • You will partner with leadership, support HR processes, provide performance management guidance, advocate for diversity, mentor, and foster relationships across the organization.

Requirements

  • You have:
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible human resources experience
  • Foundational business acumen with a keen aptitude to quickly assimilate new information.
  • Proven ability to effectively interact with all organizational levels in a multicultural environment and build strong, trusted relationships.
  • Curiosity to learn and understand the business partner function and skillset
  • Open to understanding thoughtful, integrated approaches to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in talent attraction, development and retention
  • Experience and knowledge of current employment/labor laws (Spain required other European countries a plus), preferably working with a global HR team
  • Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Effective collaboration, coaching and counseling skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and be a proactive team player
  • Ability to manage and resolve sensitive employee issues

Responsibilities

  • You are curious to understand the goals and objectives of the business and how the PBP team plays an important role as a strategic partner to our leadership teams.
  • You will develop an understanding of the businesses you support and be a partner to PBP managers on strategic initiatives supporting the roll out of these in the departments or client groups you support. You are resourceful, bringing the right people partners together to support business needs.
  • You can consult with clients on moderately complex HR processes, procedures, precedents, and initiatives engaging appropriate (COE) partners as required.
  • You understand compensation-related processes and can support management of professional categories throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (coaching, counseling, career development, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions) and engage with Employee Relations as needed
  • You will start to understand the importance of advocacy around diversity, equity and inclusion within the organization. You are familiar with disability quotas and programs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in and manage ambiguity – dealing with issues that do not always have a process or a system in place. You know when to raise your hand when you need support and take an active role in looking for solutions and can learn from any mistakes.
  • You are able to communicate openly and transparently, assuming good intent when working with our business, our team and our partners. You ask for coaching when you need support handling a new challenge.
  • You deliver on what you promise your clients and your colleagues – thoughtfully and reliably. Managers know they can rely on you to follow through and they experience excellent partnership from you. You can build relationships well.
  • You can mentor an HR Assistant to support them when handling transactional work.
  • We celebrate excellence in each other. You will participate as an active member of the People team, building relationships across the organization and supporting other initiatives and projects as required.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is People Business Partner on a one-year contract.

Where is the office located for this position?

The office is located in Barcelona.

What is the primary purpose of the People Business Partner role?

The primary purpose of the role is to partner with business leaders to enhance the employee experience and support the business objectives through a people-first approach.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible human resources experience is required.

Is knowledge of employment laws required for this role?

Yes, experience and knowledge of current employment/labor laws in Spain is required, and knowledge of other European countries is a plus.

Will the People Business Partner support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives?

Yes, the role involves understanding and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.

Who will the People Business Partner report to?

The People Business Partner will report to the Senior People Business Partner based in Barcelona.

Is this position part of a union?

No, this is a non-union role.

What are some of the benefits offered for this position?

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans, Sodexo meal vouchers, paid time off, wellness resources, family care benefits, subscription discounts, and an employee referral program.

What skills are important for a People Business Partner?

Important skills include collaboration, coaching, counseling, effective communication, and the ability to manage sensitive employee issues.

Is prior experience working with global HR teams beneficial for this role?

Yes, prior experience working with global HR teams is beneficial for this role.

Does the company welcome applications from underrepresented groups?

Yes, the company strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented groups.

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Mission & Purpose

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