P&C Business Partner

• Do you thrive in a strategic HR leadership role where you can influence performance, talent development, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness?
• Are you excited by the opportunity to guide leaders, strengthen employee engagement, and act as a trusted People & Culture partner for the Spanish organization?

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Practical Information

Location: Madrid, Spain | Work arrangement: Hybrid | Contract type: Full-time , Maternity Leave Cover – 8 months | Visa status: Valid working visa for Spain | Languagerequirements: Fluent/professional Spanish and English, both written and verbal

We are looking for a People & Culture Business Partner & Country Leade r to join our team for an 8 month maternity leave cover. In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the business, aligning people’s initiatives with organizational goals while enhancing employee engagement and driving operational excellence. You will provide expert guidance on performance management, talent development, employee experience, and compliance across our Iberia organization , working closely with leaders and cross‑functional teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and people‑focused HR professional who is passionate about delivering impactful P&C initiatives and supporting business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Engagement: Drive employee engagement and retention by implementing people strategies, analyzing feedback, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Performance Management: Guide performance management processes through data‑driven insights, employee development, and workforce planning in partnership with Talent Management
• Talent Development: Strengthen organizational capabilities by managing talent pipelines, supporting succession planning, and partnering on learning and development initiatives
• Organizational Development: Support organizational design and restructuring efforts to optimize efficiency and align teams with business objectives
• Compensation & Benefits: Advise on compensation and benefits programs, ensuring internal equity, market competitiveness, and alignment with company policies
• Country Leadership Responsibilities: Lead country‑specific HR matters, including employee relations, labor law compliance, benefits optimization, senior hiring, and union negotiations
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner with P&C Operations, Talent Acquisition, and Centers of Excellence to deliver seamless HR support and contribute to M&A integration activities

Job Requirements

• Proven HR Business Partner or leadership experience, ideally gained in multinational and multicultural environments
• Strong expertise in Employee Experience Design , combined with a people‑first mindset and a passion for creating positive employee experiences
• Strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and translate them into impactful business decisions
• In‑depth knowledge of Spanish labor legislation, HR policies, and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, enabling you to influence stakeholders and build strong professional partnerships
• Change management expertise , with a track record of successfully guiding organizations and teams through transformation and fostering adaptability

What we offer:

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include:

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture ( )
• Amentorwho supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action
• Flexible work: Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model with regular presence in our local office , fostering meaningful connections and strong relationships with our employees.
• Lifelong education: A variety oftraining and development opportunities
• Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future

Company description

SoftwareOne is a global provider of software and cloud solutions. With a presence in over 70 countries and more than 12,000 professionals, we help organizations optimize software investments, modernize applications, and unlock the value of cloud, data, and AI.

Our people are at the core of everything we do. We enable collaboration across borders, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow in a fast‑evolving technology landscape. Whether your focus is on technology, customer success, or busine