HR Generalist. Barcelona, Spain

We are looking for an HR Generalist in Barcelona, Spain, who will act as a trusted day to day partner to managers on people related matters in a unique and dynamic aviation environment. In this role, you will help leaders navigate employee situations in a practical and compliant way, while also managing core HR administration across the employee lifecycle. We are looking for someone with solid knowledge of Spanish labour law, sound judgment and a hands-on approach to HR.

What you will be trusted with:

• Guiding managers through performance issues, disciplinary matters, absence cases, employee conflicts, grievances, workplace concerns and other sensitive situations, ensuring a fair, practical and compliant approach.
• Supporting managers in performance management, employee development, team-related people topics and day-to-day leadership situations, while contributing to engagement initiatives and a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Ensuring People processes are aligned with Spanish labour law, internal policies, company standards and documentation requirements, while identifying and escalating potential risks when needed.
• Managing core HR processes such as contracts, amendments, onboarding, offboarding, employee records, working time information, holidays, benefits and internal documentation.
• Coordinating payroll-related information, maintaining accurate employee data, reviewing documentation, preparing reports and ensuring that HR records are reliable, updated and audit-ready.
• Supporting managers with hiring needs when required, including coordination support in other hiring cases.

What we value in this role:

• Has a Bachelor’s degree in Labour Relations, Human Resources with strong labour law content, or similar field.
• Has solid understanding of Spanish labour law and employment compliance requirements.
• Has previous experience in an HR Generalist, People Manager, HR Operations, Employee Relations or a similar role.
• Has experience in HR operations, employee lifecycle processes, payroll inputs, documentation, absence management, performance matters and employee relations cases.
• Builds trust, communicates clearly and is comfortable advising, coaching and collaborating with different stakeholders.
• Works independently, takes ownership and handles day to day HR matters in a structured, reliable and practical way.
• Uses sound judgment, understands context and can approach people matters in a practical, balanced and compliant way.
• Can prioritize effectively and manage multiple HR topics in parallel.
• Is comfortable working with Microsoft Office 365 tools, digital systems and HR data.
• Is curious, open to improvement and motivated to find more efficient ways of working.
• Has a good command of English and is comfortable using it in a professional environment.
• Has experience working in a multi-site or international environment (advantage).
• Has previous exposure to disciplinary processes, employee representative matters, legal advisors, labour inspections or complex employee relations cases (advantage).

What we offer you:

• A broad and impactful HR Generalist role in an international business environment.
• Private health insurance after 3 months with the company.
• Additional vacation days based on seniority after 2 years with the company.
• Hybrid work options in line with company policy.
• A Wellness Day to take care of yourself and a Birthday Day to celebrate.
• Mindletic mental wellbeing support.
• An entertainment flight in a full-flight aviation training simulator.
• A modern and convenient office space in Gava, Barcelona.
• Parking space at the company campus.
• A structured onboarding plan to help you settle in smoothly.
• An international and multicultural environment in a unique and dynamic aviation industry.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.