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We are currently partnering with a leading international company based in Madrid (La Moraleja area) to recruit a HR Administration & Payroll Specialist.

About the Role: We are looking for an experienced HR Administration & Payroll Specialist to join a dynamic and international HR team.

This is a highly operational role focused on payroll administration, employee lifecycle management, HR compliance, reporting, and employee support.

You will play a key role in ensuring excellence in HR operations, delivering a high-quality employee experience while supporting HR process improvements and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities: * Manage the monthly payroll process for Spain through ADP, ensuring accuracy and compliance. * Administer the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contractual changes, benefits administration, leave management, and offboarding. * Ensure HR records and employee data are accurate and maintained within HR systems. * Manage employee benefits, including private healthcare, meal vouchers, life insurance, and adaptable compensation plans. * Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers regarding payroll, HR administration, and employment-related queries. * Coordinate and manage administrative HR processes, including medical check-ups, salary garnishments, sick leave documentation, and other labor-related matters. * Prepare and maintain HR reports, metrics, and people-related data. * Collaborate closely with the Portugal HR team and other international stakeholders on administrative and payroll activities. * Participate in HR process improvement, automation, and HRIS transformation projects,



including Workday-related initiatives. * Liaise with external providers and ensure compliance with labor regulations and internal policies.

What We Are Looking For: * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience in payroll administration and HR operations within an international environment. * Proven experience working with ADP Payroll. * Strong knowledge of Spanish labor legislation and HR administration processes. * Fluent Spanish and professional English (minimum B2 level). * Experience working with HRIS platforms and employee data management. * Ability to work independently, take ownership of processes, and manage priorities autonomously. * Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a customer-oriented mindset. * Proactive, hands‑on, and solution‑oriented approach. * Strong commitment to continuous improvement, digitalization, and operational excellence.

Nice to Have: * Experience with Workday. * Payroll and HR administration experience in Portugal. * Intermediate or advanced Portuguese language skills. * Experience participating in HRIS implementations, migrations, or system integrations. * Exposure to HR reporting and people analytics.

What We Offer: * Competitive annual gross salary of €27,000 to €38,000, depending on experience and qualifications. * Temporary contract with the possibility of becoming permanent. * Hybrid working model: 2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely. * Intensive working schedule during July and August. * Private health insurance. * Life insurance. * 100% salary complement during sick leave. * Flexible compensation program. * Employee discounts on company products. * On-site parking.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join an international environment where you can combine your expertise in payroll and HR administration with process improvement and HR transformation initiatives, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 HR Administration & Payroll Specialist (España)
🏢 Claire Joster
📍 España