Group Labour Relations Expert

About the Role

The Group Labour Relations Expert is a key member of Cellnex’s Group Labour Relations function, working closely with Country People teams across Europe.

This is a hands-on international role where you will help strengthen Group governance and consistency, provide expert guidance on complex Labour Relations matters and support Country teams in anticipating risks and turning complex challenges into clear, practical and business-oriented solutions. You will have direct exposure to senior stakeholders across the Group and contribute to building how Labour Relations evolves across Cellnex.

What We’re Looking For

• Act as the Group’s reference point of contact for Country People and Legal teams on Labour Relations matters, ensuring Group principles are applied consistently while respecting local legislation and collective agreements.
• Monitor and support collective bargaining, agreements with employee representatives, and information and consultation processes across countries where needed, leading negotiations directly in critical or cross-country cases.
• Monitor changes in national and EU employment legislation, assess their impact, and support countries in defining the required actions.
• Review and advise on employment contracts, amendments, executive terms and conditions, settlement agreements and termination arrangements.
• Support grievance, disciplinary and employment litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel when required.
• Lead the Labour Relations workstream of reorganisations, restructurings and changes to working conditions.
• Lead Labour M&A activities, including due diligence, employee transfers (e.g. TUPE), integrations, carve-outs and divestments.
• Identify opportunities to improve consistency across countries and define common Group policies, processes, controls and approval criteria.
• Build clear documentation and reporting practices to improve visibility of labour risks, contractual commitments and relevant employment costs.
• Build Labour Relations capability in Country People teams through guidance, training and shared best practices.

Education

• University degree in Law, Labour Relations or a related discipline, with a strong foundation in Spanish employment law

Languages

• Advanced English and Spanish

Tools & Systems

• Microsoft Office

What You’ll Bring

• 8–10 years of relevant Labour Relations / employment-law experience, with meaningful responsibility across several European countries.
• Strong experience in collective bargaining, trade unions, works councils and employee consultation processes.
• Experience implementing employment legislation, policies and procedures across different jurisdictions.
• Experience managing or coordinating employment litigation and external counsel.
• Experience advising on executive employment terms, agreements and termination arrangements.
• Experience in Labour M&A, reorganisations, integrations and employee transfer processes.
• Strong in-house experience within a complex multinational environment.
• Experience in telecommunications, infrastructure or another regulated sector is a strong advantage.

Nice to Have

• A postgraduate qualification or Master’s degree in Labour Law or Human Resources Management.
• Document management / reporting tools.

Competencies & Relevant Skills

• Strong Labour Relations and employment-law expertise, combined with practical business judgement.
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear risks, options and recommendations.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Analytical and structured approach, with strong attention to legal and financial impact.
• Ability to influence, build trust and constructively challenge senior stakeholders and Country teams.
• Ability to work autonomously across countries and functions without direct authority.
• Pragmatic, hands-on and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong organisation and ability to manage several complex matters at the same time.
• Integrity, discretion and sound judgement when handling confidential information.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model (3 days onsite / 2 remote).
• Modern office located in Barcelona city (headquarters), in Passeig de la Zona Franca, 105.
• International and cross-functional teamwork environment.
• Growth opportunities in a fast-evolving company.
• A purpose-driven role with societal and business impact.

About us

Be part of a large and growing technology company that is redefininf the future of telecoms.

We are the European leader in telecommunications infrastructure and technological innovation, a company with strong geographic expansion and ambitious plans for sustainable global growth.

We help people connect and interact with the world, working with passion, honesty and integrity. We are united by our pride and conviction to make a positive impact on society.

A world of professional opportunities. Join a multidisciplinary team that is committed to constant innovation in each business area, pushing the limits and creating value for our stakeholders and society.

At Cellnex, you will join a dynamic and collaborative environment where your contributions have a real impact. We promote continuous learning, professional growth, internal mobility, and a culture based on trust, inclusion and diversity. You’ll work in an international ecosystem with opportunities to broaden your expertise and develop your career.