Iberia Human Resources Director (F-M-D)

Are you attracted to strategic human resources leadership in a multinational environment?

Join our team! Working autonomously on varied projects, you will develop your expertise in a stimulating and supportive environment.

YOUR EVERYDAY EXPERIENCE IF YOU JOIN US

As part of our continued growth and commitment to excellence in human capital management, we are recruiting an Iberia HR Director (F-M-D) on a permanent contract.

Reporting to the Iberia Vice President (with functional reporting to the Europe HR Vice President), you will be based one of our agencies: in Barcelona or Madrid.

You will work closely with our operational teams and our clients within the framework of shaping and executing HR strategies that support the company's growth, employee engagement, and talent management objectives across the Iberia area.

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

Your mission is to oversee all aspects of the company's HR functions, ensuring alignment between local HR initiatives and business objectives. Your role is essential to driving organizational effectiveness and fostering a positive workplace culture.

You will:

1. Strategic HR Leadership & Business Alignment
• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's business goals and objectives
• Create a Roadmap per year that ties and aligns with Group HR Strategy
• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on human capital management, organizational design, and workforce planning

2. Performance Management & Employee Development
• Lead the design and implementation of performance management processes to drive employee development and performance improvement
• Develop and implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities in collaboration with group programs

3. Talent Acquisition & Retention
• Oversee the development and execution of talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent
• Collaborate with regional HR teams to ensure effective onboarding, development, and retention of employees

4. Employee Relations & Workplace Culture
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues ensuring a fair and consistent approach, with high experience in union relationships
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the company's values

5. Compensation, Benefits & HR Compliance
• Oversee the design and administration of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs & policies
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations across Iberia countries
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address HR-related legal issues

6. HR Technology, Analytics & Innovation
• Leverage HR technology and analytics to drive data-driven decision-making and enhance HR processes with clear focus on innovation and new technologies

7. Leadership Development & Succession Planning
• Identify opportunities for leadership development and succession planning
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance-related matters

THE SKILLS THAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Strategic Leadership & Business Acumen — Combines your strategic mindset, transformational leadership, and ability to anticipate the future, enabling you to develop HR strategies that drive long-term organizational success and challenge the status quo across the Iberia region.

Communication, Influence & Negotiation — Encompasses your strong communication skills, influence capabilities, negotiation expertise, and assertiveness, allowing you to provide effective guidance to senior leadership, navigate complex union relationships, and advocate successfully for HR initiatives.

Analytical & Innovative Thinking — Merges your analytical thinking and innovative mindset, helping you leverage HR data and cutting-edge technologies to make informed, forward-looking decisions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Adaptability & Resilience — Combines your agility, flexibility, adaptability, and resilience, ensuring you respond effectively to changing business needs, manage complex HR challenges, and drive organizational change in a dynamic multinational environment.

Collaboration & Team Building — Encompasses your ability to work in network and team, drive collaboration, and cultivate talent, enabling you to build engaged teams and work effectively with diverse stakeholders across the organization.

Integrity & Confidentiality — Reflects your discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive HR matters with the professionalism and trust required for this senior leadership position.

Conflict Management & Employee Relations — Combines your strong conflict management skills and employee relations expertise, allowing you to resolve complex issues fairly while maintaining positive workplace relationships and managing union negotiations effectively.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

You hold a Bachelor's degree, MBA, or a related field from a business or management school. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification is a plus.

You have 10 years of HR leadership experience in multinational company environments, ideally with a strong interest in business integration, strategic HR transformation, innovation, and new technologies.

You are fluent in English (will be tested during interview)

WHAT WE OFFER

Salary: Salary will be discussed according to your profile.

Benefits:

• Immediate access to the CSE
• Participation bonus
• Profit-sharing bonus
• 1 day/year dedicated to solidarity actions

Career Development:

All our positions are open to internal mobility. We encourage professional growth and skills development.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender or personal circumstances.

WHO WE ARE

Bureau Veritas is a global leader (84,000 employees in 140 countries) in testing, inspection, and certification services.

We help clients meet compliance, reduce risks, and improve performance. Integrity, impartiality, and independence define our culture.

Apply now — you are one click away from your next career step!

YOUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS (IF PRE-SELECTED)

• Initial phone call or an e-mail with Recruiter Nataliia (5–10 minutes)
• HR video interview with Nataliia (60 minutes)
• On-line personality test (30 minutes)
• Operational interview(s) with the Iberia Vice President and potentially the Europe HR Vice President