Automotive hr specialist

Our client, a leading automobile manufacturer, is recruiting for an Automotive HR Specialist to join their business in Spain. Position Title: Automotive HR Specialist Position Type Permanent Start Date: ASAP Location: Madrid, Spain Contact: Bianca Papa | +49(0)89238898673 Responsibilities 1. Recruitment ManagementTake full ownership of end-to-end recruitment processes, including: Hiring demand clarification with business leaders Job description drafting and optimization Job posting and recruitment channel management Resume screening and candidate pre-assessment Interview coordination and scheduling (conduct HR interviews when required) Candidate evaluation, offer negotiation, and onboarding follow-up Support hiring for a wide range of positions, including but not limited to Sales, Marketing, After-sales, Finance, Supply Chain, Administration, HR, and management roles; Act as a recruitment-focused HR Business Partner, supporting rapid business growth in Spain and across Europe; Manage multiple recruitment projects simultaneously while ensuring hiring quality, efficiency, and a positive candidate experience.2. Recruitment Channels & Employer BrandingManage and continuously optimize local and European recruitment channels, including job boards, headhunters, social media, and employee referrals; Build and maintain strong relationships with recruitment agencies and headhunters, ensuring delivery quality and cost control; Support employer branding initiatives such as recruitment marketing content, hiring campaigns, and industry exposure; Track and analyze recruitment metrics (e.g. time-to-fill, hiring success rate, channel effectiveness) and provide improvement recommendations.3. Employee Relations & HR Operations SupportServe as a daily HR point of contact for employees, responding to inquiries related to contracts, leave, attendance, and HR policies; Support employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, probation completion, contract renewal, internal transfer, and offboarding, ensuring compliance and a smooth employee experience; Assist with day-to-day employee relations matters, communication, and risk identification; Support the localization and communication of HQ HR policies and practices in Spain.4. Compensation, Performance & HR Data SupportSupport compensation-related operations, including: Salary data collection and validation Daily coordination with external payroll providers or consultants Assist in the execution of annual salary review, bonus payout, and sales incentive programs; Support performance management processes, including performance cycle coordination, data collection, and result consolidation; Provide basic market salary benchmarking support for recruitment and internal decision-making.5. Compliance, Process & Other HR SupportMaintain accuracy and integrity of employee data in HR systems and personnel files; Ensure recruitment and HR operations comply with Spanish labor laws and local regulatory requirements; Assist in establishing and optimizing local HR processes, templates, and operating guidelines; Support HR-related reporting, audits, and data requests from HQ; Perform other HR-related tasks as assigned.RequirementsBachelor's degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related fields 3–6 years of HR experience, with recruitment as a primary responsibility Experience in the automotive industry, new energy sector, manufacturing, or fast-growing companies is a strong plus Solid understanding of Spanish labor law and local HR practices Strong expertise in full-cycle recruitment, with the ability to deliver under high hiring volume Strong business acumen and ability to communicate effectively with hiring managers Basic hands-on experience or solid understanding of employee relations, compensation, and performance management Familiarity with ATS, HR systems, and standard office software Spanish: Native or business-fluent English: Business-fluent.