Labor Relations Director - Healthtech

We are Merlin Digital Partner, a leading consultancy specializing in IT and digital talent acquisition with over 10 years of experience. We have helped scale top companies such as Wallapop, Glovo, Banc Sabadell, and Factorial, among others.

Focused on humanizing and streamlining recruitment processes, our goal is to transform companies by bringing in top talent. We stand out for deeply understanding each partner’s reality, not only their needs but also their essence.

Our partner is a fast-growing healthtech company founded in Barcelona and headquartered there, it has expanded to 10 countries with over 110 locations. Its blend of medical expertise and digitalization has earned recognition from Forbes as one of the fastest-growing healthtech companies.

The Role:

• Strategic Stewardship: Direct the People Ops unit, taking full ownership of HR tech stacks, administration, and compensation frameworks.

• Compensation Mastery: Execute and supervise the full payroll cycle, ensuring precision in every disbursement.

• Cultural Infrastructure: Design and roll out internal frameworks and guidelines that bolster a unique workplace identity and team morale.

• Lifecycle Management: Orchestrate the entire journey of our talent, from their first day (onboarding) to their final transition (offboarding) and everything in between.

• Legal & Regulatory Safeguarding: Act as the guardian of labor law compliance, ensuring all payroll and HR activities align with current legislation and internal protocols.

• Internal Advisory: Function as the primary subject matter expert for all staff inquiries regarding pay, benefits, and HR logistics.

• Data Integrity: Maintain the "single source of truth" by auditing and managing the HRIS and payroll databases.

• Audit Readiness: Front-face all HR inspections and audits, leveraging findings to sharpen the internal workflows.

• Process Optimization: Champion initiatives that streamline operations, elevate the employee journey, and maximize talent loyalty.

• Mediation & Relations: Navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and labor relations, providing counsel that balances empathy with legal rigor.

• Financial Reporting: Synthesize payroll and budget data into actionable insights for senior leadership and finance teams.

What we are looking for:

• International Expertise: A solid track record managing HR functions across diverse geographical borders.

• Proactive Leadership: You don’t just delegate; you are a "player-coach" who enjoys getting into the details.

• Spanish Labor Law Fluency: Deep, practical knowledge of the local regulatory landscape.

• Communication Artistry: Ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively, both in writing and speech.

• Autonomy: A self-starter mindset, capable of driving results without constant oversight.

• Operational Mindset: A genuine fascination with the mechanics of how a company scales and supports its people.

• Native/Bilingual Spanish speaker and professional English level.

• Availability to attend the office five days a week (with full flexibility).

What we offer:

• Performance Incentives: A competitive bonus structure directly tied to business growth and key milestones.

• Tech-Forward Environment: Access to premium workspaces equipped with the latest hardware and collaborative tools.

• Corporate Benefits: Exclusive access to internal product discounts and a specialized corporate perks package.

• Leadership Pipeline: Dedicated budget for executive coaching and advanced professional certifications.

• Fast-Track Growth: A seat in a rapidly evolving organization where high impact leads to swift career advancement.

Are you ready for the challenge? Apply now!