HR Generalist & Office Supervisor Spain

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Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.

Location:

Valencia, Spain — On-site

Reports to:

Lead HR Business Partner (Norway)
Works closely with:
Global HR Team, Finance, 3rd-party Payroll Provider.

As part of establishing a standalone global HR organization, we are seeking a Senior HR Generalist & Office Supervisor with strong Spanish HR expertise and excellent operational capabilities. This role will oversee all HR operations for our Valencia office (approx. 30 employees), provide office management leadership, and coordinate monthly salary processes via an external payroll service provider.

The successful candidate will ensure full Spanish labor-law compliance, act as the primary HR partner for employees and leaders, and contribute to building a unified and strong company culture across all locations. The role includes both hands-on HR operations and contributions to the development of group-wide HR initiatives.

• HR Leadership & Local HR Setup
  • Establish and implement local HR policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with Spanish labor law (Estatuto de los Trabajadores), collective agreements (if applicable), and group HR principles.
  • Act as the local HR authority for all people-related matters in Spain.
  • Ensure compliance with Spanish labor law, GDPR, and internal governance requirements.
  • Support leadership in building a strong, professional, and compliant HR and company culture.
  • Actively support and execute HR initiatives related to divestment and organizational transformation.
  • Manage employee transfers, contract updates, and legal compliance requirements linked to corporate restructuring.
  • Cooperate with legal advisors and group HR throughout the transition.
  • Ensure clear communication and employee trust during change processes.
• Payroll, Salary Coordination & Benefits Management
  • Coordinate monthly payroll and salary inputs with an external Spanish payroll provider.
  • Ensure accuracy of salary calculations, allowances, overtime, and statutory contributions.
  • Maintain a strong relationship with the external payroll service provider.
  • Manage and optimize benefits programs, such as:
    • Transport or meal allowances
    • Pension-related schemes or country-relevant benefits
  • Act as the primary point of contact for HR vendors, insurance partners, and advisors.
• Office Management Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily office operations and act as the main point of contact for ~30 employees in Valencia.
  • Manage relationships with landlords, facility management, and local suppliers.
  • Ensure a safe, well-functioning, and positive office environment.
  • Coordinate office logistics including supplies, workplace ergonomics, access control, and equipment.
  • Organize local events, onboarding days, team-building, and support company culture activation.
• Employee Lifecycle Management
  • Oversee the full employee lifecycle from hiring to exit.
  • Manage recruitment coordination, contracts, onboarding, and probation reviews.
  • Support performance management and employee development processes.
  • Handle employee relations professionally and with discretion, ensuring alignment with Spanish legislation.
  • Coach and support managers on people leadership topics.
• HR Administration, Reporting & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
  • Support local and group-level audits.
  • Produce HR metrics and insights for local management and global HR.
  • Ensure all reporting (payroll, compliance, sick leave, etc.) is completed on time and accurately.

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on HR experience in Spain.
• Strong expertise in Spanish labor law,…