Head of HR Iberia

Title: Head of HR IberiaCompany: Ipsen Pharma SAAbout Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.  Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company's success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society For more information, visit us at and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram . Job Description: HR Head Iberia – Barcelona (with travel to Madrid & Portugal) Are you ready to lead HR for a dynamic, international organisation in Iberia? We are seeking a transformative HR lead to drive our people strategy, support business transformation, and foster a culture of excellence across Spain and Portugal. What You'll Do: Act as the trusted HR partner for the Iberia General Manager, Leadership Team, and employees. Deploy and implement global HR strategies and processes, ensuring compliance with local legislation. Lead change management, organizational transformation, and manage complex labour relations—including negotiations with Works Councils. Develop and empower the local HR team, overseeing the full employee lifecycle: attraction, onboarding, engagement, performance, development, retention, payroll, and more. Ensure 100% compliance with HR policies, labour law, and data privacy (RGPD). Analyse workforce plans, budgets, and HR KPIs to drive business results. What We're Looking For: Degree in Economics or Humanities; Master's in Business Administration or HR is a plus. Proven HR experience in Spain (Portugal experience is a plus), ideally in international, matrix organizations. Strong expertise in labour relations, litigation, and negotiations. Native or bilingual Spanish; fluent English. Deep knowledge of Spanish labour law and HR best practices. Leadership, social intelligence, and a pragmatic, operational approach. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus. Why Join Us? Be part of a diverse, ethical, and innovative company committed to people and community. Work in a fast-paced, agile environment where your ideas and leadership will make a real impact. Collaborate with passionate colleagues and drive positive change across Iberia. Ready to take your HR career to the next level? Apply now and help us shape the future of our Iberian operations We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace "The Real Us". The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.