Specialist HR Payroll Validation | BHP Chile

BHP; Santiago; Hybrid; CLP 30,000,000 - 52,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Competitive Compensation

Inclusive Culture

Recognition program

Job summary

Specialist HR Payroll Validation at BHP Chile is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll validation across South America. You will collaborate with global payroll teams to strengthen governance, ensure controls, and drive process improvements in a large multinational mining environment.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of Chilean payroll regulations, expertise in SAP HCM, advanced Excel skills, and proficient English, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years payroll experience including payroll taxation, social security, benefits, and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of Chilean labor legislation and payroll regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing high-volume payrolls in multinational organizations.
• Proven experience in payroll governance, controls, and stakeholder management.
• Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with SAP HCM.
• Advanced English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Power BI, SuccessFactors/Employee Central, and payroll/labor law specialization is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute payroll validation activities, including review of payroll variances, exceptions, reconciliations, and high-risk transactions, to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll outcomes.
• Coordinate payroll corrections and issue resolution with payroll operations teams, maintaining accurate records and providing reporting to support payroll approval and decision-making.
• Investigate payroll incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence.
• Maintain payroll governance, controls, and compliance with legislative requirements, collective agreements, company policies, Tax Year-End activities, and regulatory reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, controls, and employee experience.
• Provide payroll subject matter expertise, stakeholder support, and training to HR, Payroll, and business teams.

Skills

Payroll governance

Stakeholder mgmt

Advanced Excel

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

SAP HCM

SuccessFactors/Employee Central

Job description

Specialist HR Payroll Validation | BHP Chile

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Job Country: Chile

Job State/Province: Santiago

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About BHP Chile

At BHP Chile, our corporate office in Santiago is the strategic heart of our operations in the country. From here, we lead projects that drive responsible mining and innovation, connecting local impact with BHP’s global vision. We are part of a company dedicated to natural resources, present in more than 90 locations worldwide, committed to creating a more sustainable future.

Why BHP Chile?

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in an organization that values diversity, fosters professional development, and invests in technologies that transform the mining industry. At BHP Chile, you can make a real impact on the community and the environment while building your career in a company recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to the future.

The challenge ahead

At BHP Chile, you will play a key role in delivering an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll experience for employees across South America. You will contribute to strengthening payroll governance, maintaining robust controls, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and employee experience.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with global payroll teams and HR Payroll teams to enhance payroll execution, support process standardization, and help embed best practices. Your expertise will contribute to operational excellence while ensuring payroll activities meet regulatory requirements and organizational standards.

Safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement will be at the center of everything you do, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on both employees and the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute payroll validation activities, including review of payroll variances, exceptions, reconciliations, and high-risk transactions, to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll outcomes.
• Coordinate payroll corrections and issue resolution with payroll operations teams, maintaining accurate records and providing reporting to support payroll approval and decision-making.
• Investigate payroll incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurrence.
• Maintain payroll governance, controls, and compliance with legislative requirements, collective agreements, company policies, Tax Year-End activities, and regulatory reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, controls, and employee experience.
• Provide payroll subject matter expertise, stakeholder support, and training to HR, Payroll, and business teams.

What we expect from you

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of payroll experience, including payroll taxation, social security, benefits, and payroll reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of Chilean labor legislation and payroll regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing high-volume payrolls in multinational organizations and collaborating with global payroll teams.
• Proven experience in payroll governance, compliance, controls, and stakeholder management.
• Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with SAP HCM.
• Advanced English, both written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Power BI, SuccessFactors/Employee Central, South American payrolls, Payroll/Labor Law specialization, and mining industry experience are desirable.

Location: Santiago

Hybrid work model: 2 days working from home and 3 days at the office.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At BHP Chile, we understand that to give your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support you at every stage, caring for your health, driving your development, and promoting a real balance between your personal and professional life.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real growth opportunities.
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.
• Inclusive Culture: We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.
• Recognition: We reward your achievements through our global recognition program Big Thanks | Muchas Gracias.

And much more!

About Our Process

At BHP, we hire people who align with our values and meet the role requirements. As part of the process, we may review compliance with minimum requirements.

Why Not You?

With operations worldwide, BHP offers limitless opportunities. From competitive benefits to the chance to work in different countries, here you can design your career your way. If you’re looking for a place where your work has purpose and your growth is part of the journey, this could be your next step.

We Support a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we adhere to Inclusion Law 21.015.

We know diversity makes us stronger. That’s why we focus on creating a more diverse workforce that represents the communities where we operate and live, ensuring a workplace where everyone is included and treated with respect.

We are committed to a fair, equitable, and accessible selection process for all. If you have any type of disability, please write to [e-mail] so we can adjust our selection process and provide the necessary support.