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 SpecialistPosition TypePermanentStart Date:ASAPLocation:Madrid, SpainContact:Bianca Papa | +49(0)89238898673Responsibilities 1. Recruitment ManagementTake full ownership of end-to-end recruitment processes, including:Hiring demand clarification with business leadersJob description drafting and optimizationJob posting and recruitment channel managementResume screening and candidate pre-assessmentInterview coordination and scheduling (conduct HR interviews when required)Candidate evaluation, offer negotiation, and onboarding follow-upSupport 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 validationDaily coordination with external payroll providers or consultantsAssist 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.Requirements Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related fields3–6 years of HR experience, with recruitment as a primary responsibilityExperience in the automotive industry, new energy sector, manufacturing, or fast-growing companies is a strong plusSolid understanding of Spanish labor law and local HR practicesStrong expertise in full-cycle recruitment, with the ability to deliver under high hiring volumeStrong business acumen and ability to communicate effectively with hiring managersBasic hands-on experience or solid understanding of employee relations, compensation, and performance managementFamiliarity with ATS, HR systems, and standard office softwareSpanish: Native or business-fluentEnglish: Business-fluent.