Date Posted:
2026-01-19Country:
PortugalLocation:
Sede OTIS, PortugalWould you like to be part of a stable industry with great opportunities for professional development?
At OTIS, a leading multinational company in the elevator sector, we are recruiting a Talent Acquisition Specialist for our team in Mem Martins, Portugal.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a talented individual to lead recruiting processes in Portugal and Spain, to build what’s next for Otis. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition Iberia, Africa & Middle East. This is a fantastic opportunity to perform in a key, visible role that is critical to the success of the organization.
On a typical day you will:
Recruit new and diverse colleagues for Otis Portugal & Spain.
Develop and update compelling job descriptions.
Prepare recruitment material and advertise open positions on relevant job boards.
Search and recruit candidates using appropriate databases, social networks, etc.
Screen candidate CV’s and job applications
Conduct interviews using various methods of reliable recruitment and selection tools to filter candidates within the timeframe provided.
Assess relevant knowledge, skills, interpersonal skills, experience and aptitudes of candidates.
Act as a central point of contact to build strong relationships with candidates and managers during the recruitment process.
What You Will Need to be Successful:
Demonstrable work experience as a recruiter (either as an internal recruiter or as an agency recruiter).
Strong ability to carry out different types of interviews.
Practical experience with different selection processes (telephone interviews, reference checks, etc.).
Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) – Workday experience is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Good decision making skills.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resource Management.
Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English (C1 Level min.). Other languages such as French are also valuable.
What we offer:
Continuous training: Access to flexible and relevant learning experiences that support your professional development (language courses, university programs, etc.).
Meal Allowance
Core benefits: Health Plan, Pension Plan, Personal Accident Insurance, and Life Insurance.
Otis Club: Activities, discounts, and exclusive advantages for employees.
Excellent working environment, with collaborative teams and a culture that values talent and initiative.
Additional benefits
Why OTIS? You will be part of a truly international company driven by talent, that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation, and Employee Opportunities.
We are looking for committed professionals, with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, autonomy, technical curiosity, and adaptability.
#BuildWhatsNext
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Otis Elevator and has not been reviewed or approved by Otis Elevator.
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Healthcare Strength — Union health coverage via the National Elevator Industry plans is described as comprehensive for eligible field roles. Corporate medical offerings are competitive but vary by location and plan design.
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Retirement Support — Union field packages typically include a defined‑benefit pension, an annuity, and access to a 401(k). Corporate roles reference a competitive, mainstream 401(k) match and employer retirement contributions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is frequently praised, and parental leave experiences in the U.S. are described positively. Time‑off programs are highlighted as a strength alongside core benefits.
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