Hiring and managing employees in Spain
Confidently hire and manage teams in Spain
Get the essential HR, legal, and compliance insights you need to hire and operate smoothly in Spain.
Whether you’re onboarding your first employee or expanding your presence, this guide is your trusted resource for navigating Spanish employment regulations from day one.
What you will find inside:
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Key requirements for legally compliant Spanish employment contracts
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Insights on work permits, tax rules (including Beckham Law), and social security in Spain
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Workplace health, safety, and risk prevention standards
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Tips for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusive workplace practices
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And much more…
What's inside
Employment laws & contracts: Understand Spanish contract types, legal requirements for fixed-term and part-time roles, probation periods, salary rules, and notice periods.
Social security & insurances: Get clarity on mandatory employer contributions to Social Security and Mutuas, coverage for health, sick leave, workplace accidents, pensions, and optional private insurance.
Vacation days & leave entitlements: Learn about annual leave, regional public holidays, and other types of statutory leave in Spain, including sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and special leave for life events.
Employment handbooks & company policies: Discover recommended policies for a compliant and people-focused workplace, covering health and safety, hybrid work, workplace harassment prevention, GDPR compliance, and more.
Work permits & immigration: Understand Spain’s visa requirements, work permit procedures for non-EU nationals, and expat tax benefits like the Beckham Law.
Looking for a practical overview? Get the full guide, packed with essential insights to help you stay compliant and support your team with confidence.
Get it right from the start in Spain
Hiring in a new country can be complex and Spain is no exception. With strict employment laws, mandatory collective bargaining agreements, and detailed procedures for contracts, payroll, and social security, it’s easy to overlook critical requirements.
This guide helps you navigate it all from day one, so you can build your team in Spain with confidence and full compliance.
Spanish HR compliance made simple
This guide offers a clear, practical overview of everything you need to know to hire and manage employees in Spain the right way.
It’s designed for HR professionals, founders, and business leaders who want to ensure compliance, handle payroll correctly, and build a positive, well-structured workplace in Spain.