HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Company DescriptionRentokil Initial (RI) delivers services that ‘Protect People, Enhance Lives’. We protect people from the risks of pest-borne disease, the risks of poor hygiene or from injury in the workplace. We aim to enhance lives with services that protect the health and well-being of people and the reputation of our customers’ brands. Throughout the world, demand for higher standards of public health, stricter food safety legislation and compliance with workplace safety regulations are driving demand for our service expertise.Rentokil Initial is a global support services company, operating in all of the major economies of Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Africa:Rentokil Initial is a FTSE 60 company and operates in 80 countries with revenues of over £3bnWe are a ‘people business’ with over 40,000 colleagues.We offer a wide range of services to businesses, the public sector and residential customers.Our core market categories are Pest Control and Hygiene/Washroom services.Market leading positions in major markets - UK, US, Australia, France and emerging Asian and Latin American markets.Contract based businesses with >85% retention rates.Rentokil Initial has identified three core values that underpin our business - Service, Relationships and Teamwork.By living our values, we are better placed to offer consistently outstanding customer service.Job DescriptionWe are looking to hire an HR Manager to join our team in Madrid, Spain.Reporting to the HR Director, this person will be responsible for employee relations strategy, legal-labor management, and supporting the integration of HR policies for acquired companies. A key part of your role will be designing and implementing compensation policies, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and overseeing payroll and administrative processes.Their responsibilities will also include fostering a committed culture, maintaining and creating a happy work environment, managing conflicts and internal communication.Main tasksDevelop and implement employee relations strategies to foster a positive work environmentProvide guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretationCollaborate with legal counsel to address complex employee issues and mitigate risksEnsure compliance with employment laws and manage relationships with the Workers' Representative Committee (RLT)Design and deliver a comprehensive compensation and benefits policy, using systems like WTWManage SLAs, ensuring compliance with internal and local legal requirementsOversee payroll processes and ensure timely and accurate deliverySupport M&A integration efforts related to HRQualificationsWe are looking for someone with:8+ years of HR experience, including HR generalist roles4+ years managing teams in an organization with 500+ employeesStrong knowledge of employee relations, union negotiations, and compensation management systemsExperience in data analysis, budgeting, and forecastingDemonstrated expertise in managing SLAs and process efficiencyExpertise in negotiating collective labor agreements (CLA)Nice to have:Previous experience in a multinational environmentProven track record of implementing strong employee relations programsStrong communication and influencing skillsProblem solving and conflict resolution skillsAdditional informationRentokil Initial is home to everyone: feel free to come as you are.