Spanish Phrase
Vas a conocer a la persona que hace las contrataciones.
Meaning
You are going to meet the person who handles the hiring process. The phrase implies a first‑time introduction rather than simply knowing about the person.
When to use
Use this sentence in professional settings when you want to inform someone that they will be introduced to the hiring manager or the recruiter, such as before a job interview or a networking event.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Vasaconoceralapersonaquehacelascontrataciones
Ir a + infinitive (near future)
The construction 'vas a + infinitive' expresses an action that will happen soon, similar to 'you are going to...'.
Personal 'a'
When the direct object is a specific person, Spanish uses the preposition 'a' before it.
Relative clause 'que hace...'
The word 'que' introduces a relative clause that describes the noun before it.
Verb 'conocer' vs 'saber'
'Conocer' is used for meeting or being familiar with people, while 'saber' is for facts or information.
Noun 'contrataciones'
Refers to the hiring process or the act of hiring employees.
🗨In Conversation
¿Quién tomará la decisión final sobre mi candidatura?
Who will make the final decision about my application?
Vas a conocer a la persona que hace las contrataciones.
You are going to meet the person who does the hiring.
✕Common Mistakes
Vas a saber a la persona que hace las contrataciones.
Do not replace with 'saber' because you are meeting the person, not learning a fact.
Vas a conocer la persona que hace las contrataciones.
Never omit the personal 'a' before a specific person.
Vas a conocer a la persona que es las contrataciones.
The verb should be 'hace' (does) not 'es' (is).
↔Alternatives
Vas a encontrarte con la persona que se encarga de las contrataciones.
You will meet the person in charge of hiring.
Conocerás a la persona responsable de las contrataciones.
You will get to know the person responsible for hiring.
Te presentaré a quien lleva a cabo las contrataciones.
I will introduce you to the one who carries out the hiring.
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking companies, introductions are often formal. If you are speaking with someone you don't know well, use the formal 'usted' form: 'Usted va a conocer a la persona que hace las contrataciones.' Also, mentioning the role (e.g., 'el responsable de recursos humanos') can add clarity and politeness.