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Congratulations on your decision to hire employees in Spain! Spain is known for having a highly educated and skilled workforce, particularly in the areas of technology, tourism, and renewable energy. Plane makes the hiring process easy for you by providing automated tax document collection, payroll, benefits, and more. This ensures compliance and efficiency throughout the process. Navigating how to hire in a new country can be challenging, so we've compiled the details below to help guide you.

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Currency
EUR
Onboarding
2.5 weeks minimum
Employer Cost
35.1%
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Public Holidays
10
5 Considerations Before Hiring in Spain
As an employer in Spain, it is important to have a comprehensive employment contract outlining the employment relationship's terms and conditions. The contract should include compensation, benefits, vacation time, and sick leave policies. Before onboarding a new employee in Spain, take a moment to consider the following questions:
Will there be a probationary period? If so, for how long?
Time tracking is required
Employees must receive 14 salary payments
Do you want to offer private supplemental health insurance?
Should you offer additional incentives?
Currency
EUR
Onboarding
2.5 weeks minimum
Employer Cost
35.1%
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Public Holidays
10

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You can estimate how much it will cost to employ your next hire in Spain using Plane's Hire Calculator.

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Once you have sorted out the details mentioned above, you can add the employee to the Plane platform. We provide a step-by-step workflow that shows what tasks need to be completed, as well as real-time updates and notifications. This way, you can stay on top of the hiring process at all times. With Plane, you can confidently hire, knowing that you have a powerful tool at your disposal to manage the entire process from start to finish. Here are the instructions for adding a new employee to the platform:
How to hire and onboard an employee
Plane offers a guided process for administrators and managers to hire and onboard their new employees.
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Hiring an employee in a new country can be complex, but with the right guidance and resources, it can be a smooth and successful transition. At Plane, we're committed to helping you navigate the process of hiring an employee in Spain. We'll keep you updated with the latest regulations and employment laws.Best of luck with your new hire, and welcome to Spain!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to some common questions about hiring employees in Spain with Plane:
What is the relationship between my company and Plane?
Can Plane withhold taxes for non-cash compensation (e.g. stocks, options)?
Will I be able to pay a bonus, commission, or any other additional payments?
Can Plane guarantee the employee’s start date?
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