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Role HighlightsHR GeneralistLocation: Valencia, SpainDepartment: Human ResourcesReports to: CEO ICEYE SpainEmployment type: Permanent, full-timeWorkplace model: Hybrid (Office first)Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)Why This Role MattersAs an HR Generalist, you are a key member of ICEYE’s local subsidiary in Spain and part of our globally distributed HR team, responsible for ensuring a seamless and positive employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle for ICEYErs in Valencia.You are the face of HR for our local office and the "1st Line of Defence" for all country-specific people matters.While our Global HR Operations team (the "2nd Line of Defence") designs global frameworks, tools, and data standards, you are responsible for the local tailoring and practical execution of these standards.You will handle high-touch, individual cases that require solid knowledge of Spanish labor law and office culture. You bridge the gap between global ICEYE standards and local needs, collaborating closely with the local CEO and departments like IT, Finance, and Office Management to drive operational excellence and employee satisfaction.In short, your mission is to ensure that ICEYErs in Spain are happy and engaged so that they can deliver better business results!Who We AreICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.Your Day-to-day ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for employees in Spain via our ticketing system or other dedicated tools, addressing a wide range of HR inquiries and issues related to benefits, policies, and employee lifecycle events, providing timely and accurate responses in alignment with our global standards.Lead new joiner onboarding and orientation, including relocation support and country-specific paperwork, ensuring a smooth transition into ICEYE.Handle individual cases for onboarding and offboarding, including the preparation of local employment contracts, registrations, and country-specific documentation.Manage local third-party HR providers, including benefit brokers and vendors, to effectively address employee needs.Manage the local practicalities of offboarding to ensure all legal requirements and exit procedures are met.Enter and audit payroll-related data in the HRIS, collaborating with internal teams and the local payroll vendor to support accurate local processing.Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HiBob and other relevant systems, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with local and global data privacy regulations.Support the development, communication, and implementation of local HR policies, procedures, and programs, including the employee handbook and guides.Identify opportunities to automate local HR tasks in collaboration with the Global HR Operations team, ensuring global “ways of working” meet Spanish legal standards whilst preserving ICEYE’s core culture.Provide local logistics and individual support for global HR initiatives such as Wellbeing, Performance Management, and L&D.Assist in planning and executing employee engagement initiatives and culture programs.Prepare HR reports and metrics for leadership (turnover, headcount, absence rates, etc.)What we’re looking forBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with 3-4 years of experience in a generalist HR or people role.Strong working knowledge of Spanish labor law, local benefits, and market HR best practices, with a track record of creating compliant HR policy documentation and internal knowledge base pages.A “hands‑on” approach with high attention to detail in contract management and local onboarding experience, and the management of local third-party providers (e.g., benefit brokers).Exceptional communication skills in Spanish and English, with the ability to bridge the gap between global standards and local needs, influencing both local leadership and the global HR team.Strong analytical skills and high emotional intelligence to act as the “1st Line of Defence,” handling sensitive “individual case” employee relations with the wisdom to **escalate** complex issues to the Global HR Operations team.Comfort using HRIS (HiBob would be amazing!), utilizing data to audit local payroll and maintain “source of truth” records.A proactive and service-oriented mindset and the ability to remain effective in a fast-scaling environment, adapting global policies to local contexts without losing speed.Application ProcessTA Screening interviewHiring manager & Head of Global HR interviewCulture fit interviewCEO final stage interviewWorking at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.How We Work (Our Values)Make the impossible possibleBe curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions.See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionWe want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.
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