About the job : An exciting opportunity to join MDPI, a pioneer in scholarly open access publishing in the role of HR Generalist. We are looking for a pro-active and dynamic HR Generalist to join our team. The new role is a permanent and full-time position based in our Barcelona Office.
About the job The HR Generalist fulfills a crucial function within the HR department, encompassing diverse responsibilities such as recruitment, HR operational administration and compliance, training, and employee relations. Serving as a vital liaison between employees and management, they manage concerns, facilitate communication, and uphold company policies and legal regulations. Moreover, HR Generalist frequently contributes to strategic endeavors aimed at fostering organizational culture, enhancing employee engagement, and optimizing workplace efficiency.
Responsibilities : Talent Management & Acquisition :
Support during recruitment processes, collaborating with hiring managers, sourcing candidates, and participating in interviews.
Responsible for the employees' life cycle from onboarding to offboarding, providing advice and support on all HR-related matters.
HR Operations & Compliance :
Maintain a working knowledge of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, local labor law and company policies.
Maintain accurate employee files and records.
Monitor the time recording system to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Serve as a liaison with relevant public administrations and authorities.
Employee Relations & Engagement :
Address employee concerns and conflicts, fostering a positive workplace culture.
Act as a contact person for employees, providing support and guidance on HR-related inquiries.
Conduct conversations, interviews, and follow-up meetings with employees to address issues and provide feedback.
Implement initiatives to boost employee morale and engagement.
Learning & Development :
Identify training needs, collaborate with the HR Manager Europe / North America and the Training Department, and evaluate their effectiveness to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
Manage the performance review process.
Participate in various HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
Compensation & Benefits :
Process monthly payroll in collaboration with the external payroll provider and administer compensation-related tasks.
Administer any relevant benefits programs, such as retirement plans and other applicable perks.
Assist employees with benefit inquiries, enrollment, and changes as applicable.
Requirements : Education :
Experience :
Know-how / skills :
What We Offer : Competitive salary and bonus system for high performers.
Benefits Package : Private Health Care Insurance, Gym membership discount and flexible start time schedule.
Team Building activities.
Paid Holidays : 24 working days per calendar year in addition to public and
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