- Put your knowledge and HR experience into practice in a global leading Company.
- 6-months contract (possible Engagement). English is a must.
Our client is one of the world's leading trader of agricultural products in the world. They source, store, process, ship and distribute a range of products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed. They enjoy a long and successful presence in several markets and a loyal customer base that includes many of the world's biggest food and drink suppliers. As an employee-owned business they benefit from the experience and commitment of 2,800+ people in 43 countries. They are passionate about sustainability and take care to limit the environmental impact of their operations, while actively supporting the communities in which they work.
Working closely with the global HR team, our role will support our Liquid Products, Sugar and Coffee divisions in the region.
Reviewing current HR practices includes:
- Create or Update local HR policies and procedures to cover all areas of HR that should be in scope in compliance with Spanish legislation, Global HR and existing Group policies and making recommendations for change if needed.
- Employment Contracts and addendums include hybrid working and any other updates needed and collective labor agreements.
- Recruitment - Review current processes for recruiting staff and make any recommendations.
- Payroll - Review the current provider, search the market for potential alternatives which could provide better service and value going forward.
- Benefits - Review benefits provided both in terms of the scope of provision and ensuring that current suppliers are providing good value. This will include: Medical Insurance; Pension Scheme; Restaurant Cards; annual Medical checks. Undertaking a market review with alternative suppliers as appropriate. Should new suppliers be appointed, be responsible for communicating and implementing changes.
- HR Checklists, Procedures & Documents - review current practices and documentation across the employee life-cycle (from on-boarding to exit) to ensure compliance with local regulations and best practice.
- Review HR resource for the Spanish office - work with global colleagues to identify what HR resources are required on an ongoing basis to support the Spanish office once any recommended changes have been implemented.
Manage existing HR processes (until any changes recommended can be implemented) includes:
- Payroll - Manage the relationship with the payroll provider including updates including (joiners/leavers/changes) and any fielding any payroll queries from employees; work with finance colleagues to reconcile payroll and HR records on a regular basis, completion monthly Payroll-checklist.
- Benefits - Manage employee benefits including Medical Insurance, Pension Scheme Restaurant Cards, annual Medical checks; Manage the Holiday booking system(s).
- Recruitment - Liaising with Management and Global HR ensuring relevant authority to recruit is obtained, advertising roles as agreed (in co-ordination with Talent Acquisition Manager and/or relevant Business Unit HR Lead) and using agreed Group protocols, assisting mangers with the Interviewing and Selection Process.
- Onboarding - Ensuring appropriate contract and terms of employment are agreed and signed. Use onboarding checklist to ensure all processes are followed; Add to HR system, Liaise with manager to ensure all new joiner set up is arranged, including technology equipment. Sign off of Policy Receipt Form. Completion of New Joiner Checklist.
- Employee Relations - Liaise with Business Unit HR Leaders to deal and support with any employee relations, legal issues arising (potentially including grievances, performance improvement, disciplinary and terminations) and employee sickness issues.
- Training & Development - Liaise with global Head of Learning and Development and Global/Business Unit HR leads to plan any local training and development needs and regarding professional qualification support.
- HR System - ensure that HR records on global HR system are kept up to date for the local employees.
- Global HR-processes - support Business Unit HR Lead on activities around Performance Management and yearly Compensation Review.
- We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents.
- A competitive salary and benefits.
- The possibility to have an outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.
Our Values define who we are: Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship: They are the fundamental beliefs that influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities.
Our performance essentials are: Take Initiative, Self-Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration. Delivering on our objectives is very much about 'what' we do, but these essential behaviors also provide a guide and measure for 'how' we do things.
Our Commitment: to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focused on actively building and developing diverse teams.
