Senior HR Business Partner - Southern Europe (Madrid)

Are you a strategic HR Business Partner with a passion for driving organizational impact across diverse international markets? We’re seeking a Senior HR Business Partner - Southern Europe to join our global HR team at Abion. This is a unique opportunity to shape people strategies across countries, working at both operational and strategic levels to support business growth worldwide.

About the Role

As a Senior HR Business Partner – Southern Europe, you will play a critical role in aligning HR strategies with business objectives. You will partner with mid-management leaders across markets, navigating legal and cultural complexities while building cohesive and scalable HR support.

This is a newly created position, offering a unique opportunity to step into a senior international HR role within a growing organisation.

In this role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the business, driving talent development, organizational effectiveness, and cultural initiatives. You will be supported by Office Managers, who oversee administrative tasks related to payroll and employment documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with international leadership teams to align HR strategies with business goals.

• Advise on employee relations matters and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

• Support talent acquisition, succession planning, and performance management processes.

• Drive learning and leadership development initiatives, including the Abion Leadership Program.

• Collaborate on compensation and benefits to ensure competitiveness and compliance in each market.

• Ensure legal compliance and effective HR governance across all jurisdictions.

• Champion efficient HR processes and use analytics to guide decision-making.

What We're Looking For

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience in HR Business Partner roles, with an international focus.

• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws across multiple jurisdictions.

• Experience from working in a Law firm or a consultancy company

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and managing complexity.

• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

• Fluent in English and Spanish

Why Choose Abion?

Join a vibrant company, where you will thrive in a fast-paced, international environment that values transparency, openness, and accountability.

At Abion, we believe in working hard and having fun together. In this dynamic role, you will make an impact in the IP world while collaborating with a talented, global team of experts.

We support your well-being and encourage a balanced lifestyle, offering freedom with responsibility. Plus, we love celebrating successes and enjoying team activities that bring us closer together.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the Intellectual Property industry, we would love to hear from you! Please apply with your CV in English.

Abion is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.