Stephan and Melissa

At Anteriad Spain, our people are our greatest asset. So, who better to help us find the best candidates than those who have already embraced our values and culture?

Introducing the Anteriad Ambassador Program, an initiative designed to leverage the talent and network of our existing team members to bring in new, exceptional colleagues. Any Anteriad Spain employee can become an ambassador by recommending a someone they know  who reflects our business values for one of our open vacancies. Once hired and being part of the team for half a year, the Anteriad “Ambassador” will get a special bonus for introducing us!   

Here's one of our latest Anteriad Ambassador success stories, Stephan and Melissa!  To learn more about the Anteriad Ambassador program, feel free to ask our Recruitment team.

Who are Stephan and Melissa?

Stephan: I’m half Swedish and half Spanish and consider myself pretty lucky to have spent my life moving between the two. I started on the phone in 2021 at BNZSA (now Anteriad) and have since had the privilege of being a Coach and Quality Control, then Team Leader and now the Program Manager, operating with the Intel vPro Promoters.  Without a doubt, my greatest passion outside of work is my daughter Greta who is nearly 10 years old. From Metallica to Aitana, she loves singing and dancing and we even play in a band together when the stars align. Travel also plays a huge part in my life, either on my motorbike or with Greta in our RV.

Melissa:  I was born in Torino, Italy, and when I was 8 years old, we moved to Barcelona. Now I’ve been living in Madrid for a few years, and thanks to Stephan I had the opportunity to join Anteriad. I am very happy and look forward to learning more and continuing to develop myself professionally. Personally, I would describe myself as a dreamer and adventure-seeker. You’ll always find me with a smile on my face because I believe that a positive attitude is essential to enjoying work and in general, life.

What teams do your work on?

Stephan: I’m currently the Program Manager working with the Intel vPro Promoters where I coordinate their work around the world.

Melissa: I am very proud to be working on the International Team and am currently working on Spanish campaigns, where my Catalan has come in handy with some prospects!  And I speak Italian too, so I also hope to work on Italian campaigns in the future.

What do you like most about working at Anteriad Spain?

Stephan: The colleagues absolutely, they are the foundation of Anteriad. Also, the diversity in the day-to-day challenges, no day is like the other.

Melissa: Because of some of my past work experiences, there's a lot to love here: the inclusion, the Team Days, and the atmosphere.  There’s a sense of camaraderie, and I feel I always have the help and support of my supervisors and colleagues, and the possibility to keep learning and growing.

What advice would you give to someone starting at Anteriad Spain?

Stephan: Buckle up, friend! You’re in for a ride that you won’t forget! Enjoy the opportunity you have here to learn, share and show what you’re made of. 😊

Melissa: Enjoy the trip and the experience. Working here is unique, so make the most of it and you'll learn more than you imagined. “Life is a climb, but the view is great.”

We were delighted to receive a delegation of Business & Management undergraduates from the University of North Texas at Anteriad Spain this week!

During their visit to Madrid, they took the opportunity to visit our office to get a hands-on view of the ins-and-outs of how people work together, and how things get done in the B2B world, gaining insights on B2B marketing and taking in our multi-cultural work environment.

The future is bright with a young group like this!

Tell me about yourself.

My name is Rafael, and I am a dedicated psychologist with a deep passion for my work. I started my career as a forensic psychologist in investigations and later transitioned to the HR and recruitment field, where I have over six years of successful experience.

How long have you been at Anteriad?

I have been with Anteriad for a month as the newest team member. Since my arrival, we've made significant progress by combining my colleagues' extensive experience with psychological factors, enhancing both our quality and response times.

What teams do you recruit for?

I am focusing on various foundational functions for the department, so I do not have a single defined team yet. However, I am supporting different processes.

What do you look for in candidates?

At Anteriad, we provide new employees with all the knowledge they need to succeed, along with the necessary tools and a growth-oriented environment. What I look for in a candidate are skills that cannot be taught, such as human warmth, insight, willpower, and a strong desire to grow with us.

As a Recruiter, what advice do you have for those interviewing for a job as a Rocker (or Roadie) at Anteriad?

Be yourself, tell us about your plans, and above all, ask any questions that come to your mind. We have a very human and objective model for conducting our processes. Feel confident. It doesn't matter if this is your first job or if you're considering a career change and coming to a new adventure with us.

What is your favourite thing about working at Anteriad?

At Anteriad, I find a company that cares about the well-being of its employees, provides the opportunities I seek, and where I feel fulfilled professionally. Anteriad is a place where I feel happy from Monday to Friday, and that means everything to me.

Tell me about yourself.

My name is Niamh (pronounced nee-uv) O’Driscoll, and I am originally from Cork, Ireland. I moved to Spain in September of 2021 after graduating with a degree in Modern Languages and Linguistics. I chose Madrid for the culture, the people, and of course, the weather! 

How long have you been at Anteriad?

I began at Anteriad (formerly known as BNZSA) in June of 2022, as a BDR on the UK team, and I joined the Recruitment team in March of 2023. 

What teams do you recruit for?

Being a native English speaker, I generally focus on the English-speaking teams such as the UK or US teams, but I have also recruited for the BeNe team and conducted interviews in French and Spanish. 

What do you look for in candidates?

I am always looking for punctuality, professionality and the overall willingness to learn. We have a great Learning and Development team at Anteriad, who are prepared to help everyone acquire the key BDR skills required, as long as they are ready and keen to put the work in. 

As a Recruiter, what advice do you have for those interviewing for a job as a Rocker (or Roadie) at Anteriad?

Be punctual, be prepared, and be yourself. In my experience, good people make good employees, so the interview is for us to get to know you as a person, just as much as who you are professionally.

What is your favourite thing about working at Anteriad?

We have some really great colleagues working alongside us. I have made some lifelong friends here and learned so much from my colleagues, the people are definitely the best part about Anteriad.  

Tell me about yourself.  

Hi! I’m David and I was born and bred in Madrid. After having attended the Lycée Français here in the city, I got a degree in Journalism. I’d say that I’m quite the extrovert and always up for a laugh. I also love spending time with my family & friends, going to restaurants, you know the typical small pleasures in life! 

How long have you been at Anteriad?  

Around March 2015, freshly graduated, I landed in this start-up somewhere in Alcorcón, ready and willing to have my first real professional experience ... and that was for BNZSA! Nine years later, here I am still kicking, and enjoying the evolution into what is now Anteriad! 

What teams do you recruit for?

As Head of our Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Team, I help all departments find the right fit for their needs: from Design and Finance to Office Management and the Rockers in Production! 

What do you look for in candidates? 

Professionalism, enthusiasm, humility and overall, being a good person! In general, candidates should have a good understanding of how they can help our company and what they want to get from their professional experience with us.

As a Recruiter, what advice do you have for those interviewing for a job as a Rocker (or Roadie) at Anteriad?

Come prepared, be yourself, show your skills and if possible, have fun during our conversation!

What is your favourite thing about working at Anteriad? 

The People! From meeting them for the first time, to seeing them evolve and grow into the next level of professional. Also, getting to know them personally and their amazing stories!  

Tell me about yourself.

My name is Tuomas. I’m your typical millennial and have the pleasure of being a Recruiter at Anteriad. I’m Finnish but was born and partially raised in Germany. My partner and I moved to Madrid in September 2020 from Sweden, during the pandemic, to give the Spanish adventure a try. When not recruiting, I enjoy reading fantasy and going tapas-hopping around Calle Cava Baja in the La Latina neighbourhood.

How long have you been at Anteriad?

I started at Anteriad in October 2020 as a Rocker (Business Development Representative) for the German-speaking team. After around 6 months of rocking the phones, I moved into the Recruitment department, starting off as a Junior Recruiter.

What teams do you recruit for?

In general terms, I work to attract and hire talent across our international teams of Business Development Representatives, also known as Rockers. My focus lies on hiring Madrid-based Rockers, as well as talent living and working outside of the Comunidad de Madrid for our German-speaking team of BDRs, which are called Roadies. When needed, I also assist in finding the right fit for our English- and Dutch-/Flemish-speaking teams.

And finally, I help in facilitating any internal recruitment processes that might occur, as well as in filling other external vacancies, depending on our staffing needs. 

What do you look for in candidates?

At the core of a solid Rocker or Roadie profile are the abilitiesto handle challenges, to self-motivate, and to apply the techniques and tricks put forward by our Coaches and Team Leaders. Based on this, we screen candidates for energy, coachability, and a can-do-attitude.

Lastly and most importantly, we’re looking for good People.

As a recruiter, what advice do you have for those interviewing for a Rocker (or Roadie) job?

It’s quite basic really: Be upfront and be yourself.

For the interview, bring pen and paper to take notes, as we tend to provide our candidates with quite a lot of information. Last but not least, be honest with yourself about your own abilities and expectations about the role as a BDR on the phone.

What is your favourite thing about working at Anteriad?

This may sound a bit cliché, but it’s definitely the people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and working with. With 40 nationalities working in our Spanish office alone, it’s a truly international work environment! And we can be sure that everybody here has an interesting story to tell.  

Wondering what being a rocker is all about or what exactly their day-to-day job entails? 

Here’s what a typical day in the life of an Anteriad Rocker looks like: 

7:30 – Breakfast with the team! 

Before starting for the day, our Rockers help themselves to some free breakfast in the canteen. And maybe a coffee to get the energy going for the day. 

Our rooftop terrace is a great spot to watch the sunrise over the mountains too – what a way to start the morning! 

8:00 – Team Meeting 

Every day our teams kick off with a quick meeting to set goals and motivate each other for the day ahead. 

8:15 – Time to hit the phone! 

Let’s get down to business! Each Rocker will have one or two campaigns that they work on depending on their market. From hardware, to software, to servers, each Rocker has their strengths. Their coaches and team leaders work together to make sure each Rocker works on the right campaign for them! 

Rockers have a list of companies the client wants to target, so they ring each of these accounts. The idea is to identify what companies have an IT project, and what are the best opportunities for our clients to make a sale. 

Talking to people on the phone is always the best way to gather info, so our Rockers always make sure to ask the right questions – who is the best person to talk to? Who is the decision maker? What days are they in the office? Etc. 

11:30 – Warm Handover 

A Warm Handover (or a WHO as we call it for short) is Anteriad’s own process of handing a lead over to our clients. 

Woohoo! A Rocker managed to speak to the right decision maker on the phone – and even better, they have an upcoming project and are interested in learning about our clients’ products or services. So, they set up a WHO – a three-way call between them, the client, and the decision maker to introduce them to each other. 

Rockers work closely with our clients, being sure to brief them before the WHO so they are prepared for the call and know what kind of project the prospect has and what kind of information they want to know! 

13:00 – Lunch 

Time to grab a bite to eat. Our canteen is equipped with plenty of microwaves and vending machines or as Mercadona is only a 5-minute walk away, our Rockers are spoilt for choice. 

If they feel like it, they can also join our free yoga classes that take place during lunch hour! 

14:00 – Team Meeting 

A quick team meeting to re-group and get going for the last few hours of the day. It’s a great way for our Rockers to motivate each other after lunch! 

14:15 – Power hour! 

Each market has their own “power hour” – the best hours for calling. It’s time to hit the phones and get some leads and power through till the end of the day! 

17:00 – Home time! 

And just like that another day done and time to unwind. 

Our Rockers have the choice to stay at the office and train with Patricia who gives free fitness classes twice a week or they can hitch a ride on our Anteriad Bus into the city centre to enjoy everything Madrid has to offer!