HR Business Partner

Join our Movement and Champion Restaurant Culture

At TheFork we believe that the best things in life happen around the table. As the leading restaurant booking platform in Europe, we connect the broadest community of loyal diners with the world's favorite restaurants. Powered by innovation and a deep passion for the restaurant industry, we create unique dining experiences across 11 countries.

We're part of the Tripadvisor Group and proud to be building a diverse, people-first culture where "respect", "ownership", "growth" and "better together" values thrive.
If you're passionate about food, technology, and making a real impact, your seat at the table is ready.

Discover life at TheFork

What you will do:

This is a 6 month temporary contract - ideal start January/February 2026.

As part of our international People team, you will support our HR function and business leaders across Iberia by building strong partnerships and providing hands-on support on day-to-day people matters, with a particular focus on Employee Relations. Working closely with managers in Iberia Sales, local Marketing, and our Global Shared Service Centre, you will help ensure a fair, consistent, and compliant employee experience.

• Act as a first point of contact for managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations topics.
• Support the management of employee relations cases, including performance management, probation reviews, conflict situations, sickness and attendance matters, and disciplinary processes, with guidance from senior HR colleagues.
• Ensure accurate documentation, timely follow-up, and compliance with internal procedures and Spanish and Portuguese labour regulations.
• Support managers in preparing for sensitive conversations by providing guidance, context, and recommended approaches.
• Partner closely with HR Service Delivery to deliver a consistent and compliant employee experience across the full employee lifecycle.
• Manage communications and interactions with Works Councils.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance on performance expectations, goal setting, development planning, and compensation-related topics.
• Support organisational changes and team adjustments in collaboration with managers and senior HR stakeholders.
• Contribute to streamlining HR processes and updating templates, workflows, and documentation.
• Coordinate with HR Service Delivery on onboarding and offboarding, contract changes, and leaves of absence.
• Support local and global engagement initiatives, surveys, and follow-up action plans with the business.
• Act as a culture ambassador, embedding TheFork values in everyday interactions.
• Support leaders and teams in fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable work environment by promoting ED&I principles and addressing non-inclusive behaviours.

Who you are:

You Must Meet These Critical Qualifications

• You bring a minimum of five years' experience in an HR Business Partner or equivalent generalist role.
• You are fluent in Spanish and English (C1+).
• You have an educational background in HR, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Law, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• You have strong knowledge of Spanish labour law; exposure to Portuguese labour law is a plus.
• You have proven experience managing employee relations topics in complex or fast-paced environments.
• You are a confident and credible communicator who builds trust easily and enjoys partnering with managers across different functions and cultural contexts.

You Can Impress With These Additions

• Prior experience in HR Operations or Service Delivery environments.
• Portuguese language skills.
• Exposure to tech, professional services, retail, or field-based organisations undergoing change or growth.
• Experience supporting organisational changes or departmental reorganisations.
• A naturally curious mindset with a genuine interest in employee experience, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• A proactive, adaptable approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities with composure and sound judgement.

What we offer you: 

An awesome team 

A temporary contract

Flexible working environment  (2 days home office per week)

Competitive fixed salary 

Lunch vouchers available for each working day (because yes, we like to try our best restaurants)  

International teams and a multicultural environment spanning 10 offices across Europe

Highly inclusive working environment  

Amazing offices with dining, a coffee point on each floor, and leisure area    

Team building events 

All hiring happens through our careers site and official email. We do not text or ask for payment during the hiring process. Please report any suspicious messages immediately. 

We believe that we are better together, and we welcome you for who you are. We endeavor to ensure that everyone - regardless of ability, age, socio-economic & cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, national origin, race, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law -has the opportunity to reach their full potential. At TheFork, we want you to bring us your unique perspectives and experiences, so we can collectively continue disrupting the restaurant industry and go from good to great. 

TheFork is committed to a fair recruitment process. If you have special needs and require reasonable support during your application, interview, or participation in the selection process due to health conditions or disability, please direct your inquiries to Our HR team will review the request and respond accordingly.