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HR Specialist

MET Group


Job Location:

Madrid - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist with a strong background in personnel administration payroll coordination and employee relations to support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function and serve as the local liaison with the HR department of the companys international group.

Reporting directly to the Finance & Human Resources Director this role is highly operational in nature and offers a high degree of autonomy in managing core HR administration processes.

The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact between employees management external payroll and labor advisors and the corporate HR team within an international and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Personnel Administration

  • Review monthly payroll data ensuring accuracy of salary components variable compensation payroll adjustments deductions social security contributions absences vacations and other payroll-related items.
  • Coordinate closely with the external payroll provider ensuring all relevant information is submitted accurately and on time.
  • Prepare and review employment contracts contract amendments and employment-related documentation.
  • Coordinate employee registrations terminations and status changes with external labor advisors and relevant authorities.
  • Support and administer employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Coordinate voluntary resignations contract terminations dismissals severance payments and settlement documentation in collaboration with external advisors and management.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files and HR records.
  • Monitor employee vacations absences and working time calendars.

Employee Relations & Labor Compliance

  • Act as the primary point of contact for employees regarding payroll employment contracts benefits labor regulations leave entitlements absences sick leave and other employment-related matters.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws collective bargaining agreements and HR policies.
  • Manage and monitor employee leave processes including sick leave parental leave unpaid leave part-time arrangements and other employment situations.
  • Coordinate with external labor and legal advisors on matters related to employment contracts disciplinary actions labor relations and employment terminations.

Reporting & HR Operations

  • Prepare HR reports and provide workforce-related information including headcount employee movements labor costs and HR metrics.
  • Support the Finance & HR Director in improving and maintaining HR processes and procedures.
  • Assist with HR-related audits and compliance requirements as needed.

International HR Coordination

  • Serve as the local HR contact for the international corporate HR team.
  • Support the implementation of corporate HR policies procedures and initiatives at the local level.
  • Prepare and provide regular HR information and reports to the international group including workforce data employee movements labor costs and key HR indicators.
  • Participate in meetings and ongoing collaboration with international HR stakeholders.

 


Qualifications :

Education

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources Labor Relations Business Administration Law or a related field.

Experience

  • Proven experience in HR Administration Payroll Personnel Administration or Employee Relations roles.
  • Strong practical knowledge of payroll processes employment legislation social security administration and labor regulations.
  • Experience working with external payroll providers labor consultants or HR service providers.
  • Previous experience within an international or multinational environment is considered an advantage.
  • Experience using HR information systems (HRIS) is desirable.

Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office applications.
  • Ability to prepare reports analyze workforce data and manage HR documentation efficiently.

Language Skills

  • Fluent English (written and spoken) with the ability to participate in meetings prepare documentation and communicate regularly with international stakeholders.
  • Additional local language skills are considered an asset.

Personal Competencies

We are looking for a professional who is:

  • Highly organized detail-oriented and accurate.
  • Able to work independently and manage day-to-day responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
  • Employee-focused with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable coordinating with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Capable of working effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
  • Trustworthy discreet and professional when handling confidential information.
  • Skilled at prioritizing tasks and managing multiple deadlines simultaneously.

 


Additional Information :

  • Direct reporting line to the Finance & Human Resources Director.
  • A stable position with significant autonomy and ownership of HR administration activities.
  • Ongoing collaboration with an international HR organization.
  • Flexible working arrangements including the possibility of up to two remote working days per week.
  • 25 working days of annual leave plus one additional day off on your birthday.
  • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and level of responsibility.

Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

MET Group is an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities in natural gas and power, focused on multi-commodity wholesale, trading and sales, as well as energy infrastructure and industrial assets.MET Group is represented in 15 countries: Austria ... View more

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