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Who we are Avolta is the world’s Leading Travel Experience Player – the product of the Dufry-Autogrill business combination. With complementary strengths in global travel retail, convenience and food & beverage, the newly combined industry titans address 2.3 billion passengers in more than 75 countries in 5,500 outlets across 1,200 airports, motorways, cruise lines, seaports, railway stations and other locations across six continents. With the traveler at our core, we are creating value for all our stakeholders including concession and brand partners, employees, communities, and finally, our shareholders. Avolta is headquartered in Basel and listed on the Swiss stock exchange, with office hubs in Milan, Madrid, London, Amsterdam, Singapore, New Jersey, Bethesda and Dubai to name a few. Want to learn more about us? Visit avoltaworld.com

Human Resources Information System Specialist HRIS Specialist (EMEA) Role Purpose Support and coordinate the end-to-end payroll governance, HR systems, and operational excellence agenda across EMEA. Acts as the central point of ownership for payroll vendor performance, HRIS integrity, and transformation initiatives for the HMSHost International legacy ADP systems – ensuring scalable, compliant, and data-driven HR operations.

Key Responsibilities 1. Payroll Governance & Vendor Ownership

Own the HMSHost International legacy system (SSFF EC), payroll operating model and control framework

Manage outsourced payroll providers (e.g., ADP) including SLAs, performance, and escalation, including raising and resolving service tickets

Ensure compliance, audit readiness, and data integrity across all payroll activities





Lead root cause analysis and resolution of payroll issues

Drive standardization of payroll processes across HMSHost International legacy countries

Own HR systems landscape for HMSHost International legacy countries (SuccessFactors, eTime, payroll integrations)

Ensure system stability, data accuracy, and interface performance

Lead system enhancements, releases, and implementations

Provide technical oversight and Tier 2/3 issue resolution

Partner with IT and vendors on system architecture

3. Data, Reporting & Analytics

Deliver payroll analytics, cost insights, and performance reporting

Ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting to HR, Finance, and leadership

4. Stakeholder & Governance Management

Support country HR teams with payroll and systems expertise

Support governance forums, service reviews, and escalation management

Ensure adherence to HRIS and payroll governance standards

5. Project & Program Delivery

Lead cross-functional general/regional projects (systems, payroll, controls)

Ensure structured execution: timelines, risks, communication, change management

Coordinate vendor and internal teams across multiple geographies

Scope / Complexity

Multi-country EMEA (some APAC) payroll and time and attendance environment

Outsourced payroll model

Multiple HR systems and integrations

High regulatory complexity

Direct interaction with senior stakeholders





Success Measures

Payroll accuracy, timeliness, and audit compliance

Vendor SLA performance and issue resolution speed

System stability and data integrity

Successful delivery of transformation initiatives

Experience Profile

5+ years in payroll, HRIS, or HR operations

Strong vendor-managed payroll environments (ADP)

Experience in HR systems (SuccessFactors EC, ONB and REC, time systems)

Integration knowledge

Proven delivery of multi-country transformation projects

At Avolta, our people are at the driving force behind our success. With a team of over 76,000 individuals representing more than 150 nationalities, we are a truly global company driven by passion, innovation, and excellence. Born from the combination of Dufry and Autogrill, Avolta is redefining the travel experience through the dedication and expertise of our diverse workforce. Across 73 countries and 1,000 locations, our teams bring energy, creativity, and commitment to delivering world-class travel retail and food & beverage experiences. We operate across multiple channels – airports, motorways, cruise ships, ports, railways, and more – offering endless opportunities for collaboration and growth. Our people are empowered to make an impact, supported by a culture that values teamwork, development, and innovation. Sustainability and social responsibility are embedded in our strategy, ensuring we grow in a way that benefits both our employees and the communities we serve. Are you looking for a dynamic, international career where your contributions truly matter? Join Avolta and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of travel – together.

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📌 Human Resources Information System Specialist (Madrid)
🏢 Avolta
📍 Madrid