Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Associate

Title: Remote in Madrid - Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Associate

Location: Madrid Community of Madrid ES

Type: Full-time

Workplace: Fully remote

Job Description:

Are you passionate about people, processes, and creating meaningful work experiences? Do you thrive in a dynamic, international environment where no two days look the same? We’re expanding our Spain team and looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Associate to help shape a world-class employee experience.

At Stack Builders, we’re a global software consultancy recognized as a Great Place to Work. Our commitment to clear communication, continuous improvement, and collaboration drives everything we do, from innovative client projects to how we support our growing international team.

If you're looking for a role that offers career growth, meaningful impact, and the opportunity to work alongside diverse professionals in a people-first environment, this might be the perfect fit.

• Location: Remote in Madrid, Spain (candidates must reside within the city limits to support local logistical operations)
• Modality: Primarily remote, with monthly in-person meetings and a mix of logistical coordination in the Madrid area.

Requirements

Requirements

• Reside in Madrid, Spain (this is essential to support in-person tasks and logistics).
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-2+ years of experience in HR, talent acquisition, or operations.
• Advanced English and Spanish skills (written and spoken); you’ll work with global teams daily.
• Familiarity with Spanish labor law and payroll systems (or a strong willingness to learn).
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Bonus: Experience with ATS, HRIS, or payroll platforms.
   

Key Responsibilities

As the first member of our HR team in Spain, you’ll work with our distributed HR team to help drive operational excellence, employee satisfaction, and talent growth across our Spain operations. Your work will focus on both strategic initiatives and hands-on execution.

Core Areas:

• Talent Acquisition
  • Own the end-to-end hiring pipeline for the Spain team, from sourcing to offer.
  • Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience and smooth coordination with hiring managers.
     
• People Operations
  • Manage onboarding and offboarding processes with attention to compliance and cultural integration.
  • Support employee engagement through reiterating company messages and goals, and holding regular check-ins for proactive feedback loops to identify and escalate any potential issues.
     
• Payroll & Benefits
  • Assist with monthly payroll processing (there will be a gradual handoff from our Ecuador Admin team).
  • Coordinate and communicate benefits, and ensure enrollment processes are smooth and well-documented.
     
• Compliance
  • Manage health and safety compliance (Seguridad y Salud) according to Spanish regulations.
  • Ensure employee documentation and HR processes meet legal and internal standards.
     
• Engagement & Culture
  • Plan and coordinate team-building activities, monthly coworking days, and team celebrations and recognition gifts.
  • Keep your finger on the pulse of team morale and help reinforce a positive, inclusive culture.
  • Strategically design and implement new team engagement initiatives aligned with the annual budget, team preferences, and internal administrative and accounting guidelines.
     
• Admin & Local Logistics
  • Handle local tasks such as shipping laptops, onboarding kits, and ordering equipment.
  • Support vendor relationship management and local administrative processes.
     

This Role Is Right for You If:

• You’re excited about contributing to a growing international team and making a real impact.
• You’re a strong communicator in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
• You have excellent organizational skills and take pride in being detail-oriented.
• You value transparency, inclusion, and thoughtful problem-solving.
• You’re eager to learn new tools and processes and enjoy cross-functional collaboration.
• You live in Madrid and are comfortable with occasional in-person logistics or coordination tasks

Benefits

• Remote-first with required in-city presence for in-person tasks and monthly team meetups.
• Top-tier private health insurance.
• 23 vacation days, plus additional sick and family leave days.
• €200/year continuing education budget and regular 1:1s to support your growth.
• Monthly remote stipend to support your home office.
• Quarterly in-person team-building events and coworking sessions.
• Company laptop and onboarding equipment shipped to your door.
• Work abroad days are subject to company policy and approval.
• Personalized anniversary gift.
• Opportunities to contribute to Stack Builders’ culture through events, process improvements, and community engagement.

More than our EEO statement, this is what makes us a Great Place to Work:

Stack Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment and don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment during the hiring process or during time of employment.