Senior Payroll & People Operations Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable People Operations Specialist for a temporary mission lasting 1 year. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in international payroll, a strong command of English, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, international work environment. This role requires a collaborative team player capable of working within a globally distributed team. The position is based in Madrid, with a hybrid work model requiring office presence twice a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly Payroll Coordination: Run and coordinate monthly payroll processes for EMEA countries with support from local payroll providers. This includes managing salary, holiday accrual, commissions, incentives, equity, health and income protection, and pensions.
• Employee Benefits Administration: Coordinate the enrollment, changes, and terminations for employee health and pension programs.
• System and Process Improvement: Collaborate with key business stakeholders to define, design, and implement system, process, and reporting enhancements to ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Primary Payroll Contact: Serve as a primary contact for all EMEA employees and third-party service providers regarding payroll inquiries and local taxation requirements and changes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Finance & Accounting teams to ensure alignment and accuracy in payroll-related matters.
• Ad-hoc Requests: Address and resolve ad-hoc employee requests related to payroll, benefits, and the entire employee lifecycle.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in international payroll (preferably countries like: France, UK, India, also Spain...) .
• Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish (French is a plus).
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to a very international and fast-paced work environment.
• Team Player: Strong team player with the ability to work effectively within a global, distributed team.
• Location: Office-based in Madrid with a requirement to be present in the office twice a week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of EMEA Payroll Regulations: Familiarity with local taxation requirements and changes within the EMEA region.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees and stakeholders effectively.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to identify and implement system and process improvements.

If you are a dedicated and experienced payroll professional looking for a challenging and rewarding temporary role in a vibrant international setting, we encourage you to apply.