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Human Resources Business Partner

Req id:  41878

Madrid, M, ES

 

OPENTEXT 
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

 

Your impact

 

As the Senior HR Business Partner based in Madrid, Spain, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the HR landscape for our regional teams. You’ll provide strategic support to our Executive Leadership Team (ELT), solve complex HR challenges, and manage critical local responsibilities related to social affairs, work councils, and national unions. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving HR solutions that align with our global objectives while respecting local cultural and legislative nuances.

 

What the role offers

 

This position offers a unique blend of global and local HR responsibilities, providing a platform for you to make a significant impact across multiple levels. You will:

 

- Provide day-to-day HR solutions, drawing on the expertise of HR Centers of Excellence in areas like disciplinary matters, legal affairs, and personnel administration.
- Assist managers in understanding HR issues, developing their teams, and guiding new joiners through the onboarding process.
- Propose and initiate training programs to support business growth, and help in performance reviews, talent reviews, and succession planning.
- Manage and negotiate employee departures with a focus on fairness and compliance.
- Deploy Group HR processes locally, ensuring they are aligned with local legislation and cultural practices.
- Participate in global HR projects with an international dimension, contributing to the Group’s overall HR strategy.

 

What you need to succeed

 

- Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish and English is essential.
- HR Expertise: Deep knowledge of HR practices, particularly in social affairs, work councils, and national unions within Spain.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong capability to resolve complex HR issues and provide practical, effective solutions.
- Managerial Support: Experience in coaching and supporting managers in developing their teams and navigating HR challenges.
- Negotiation Skills: Proven experience in managing and negotiating employee departures.
- Process Deployment: Ability to localize and implement global HR processes, ensuring alignment with local laws and cultural practices.
- Project Management: Experience in participating in global HR projects, with an understanding of international HR dynamics.

 

One last thing

 

This is your chance to join a dynamic team where your HR expertise will be valued on both a local and global scale. If you're passionate about navigating complex HR landscapes, influencing HR strategy, and driving business growth through effective people management, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact. Join us in shaping the future of our organization!

 

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.comOur proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

 


OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY 
We believe that our values are the compass that steers us in the right direction and helps us stay true to our mission. These values will not only guide our everyday decisions but also influence our strategic direction and the way we work. They reflect who we are as individuals and as a collective force, uniting us in our shared purpose. 

CREATE THE FUTURE 
We create economic growth that is inclusive and sustainable. 

BE DESERVING OF TRUST 
The world’s most trusted companies trust OpenText, and we demonstrate this in our actions as individuals, as a company, and as technology. 

WE, NOT I 
We build global communities of purpose and challenge by supporting each other to exceed expectations and solve complex problems. 

RAISE THE BAR 
We set high standards and exceptions, to learn, to be better. 

OWN THE OUTCOME 
We tap into our creativity to deliver incredible experiences for customers, to ourselves, and for our planet. 

We believe a workplace should be human above all else. We ask excellence of our employees and reward it by creating an environment that is welcoming, challenging and that encourages real growth and development, not empty platitudes, or trinkets.” - Mark Barrenechea, CEO & CTO

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