This Position requires relocation to Vienna.
Position Summary
We are looking for a highly organized and experienced Senior HR & Office Operations Specialist to join our growing EU team. This hybrid role combines end-to-end HR operations, immigration support, and payroll coordination with office administration and employee engagement responsibilities. You will play a critical role in supporting our employees throughout their lifecycle while ensuring our workplace remains efficient, compliant, and engaging.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Shared Services
- Employee Lifecycle Management:
- Manage onboarding, contract preparation, probation tracking, promotions, transfers, and exits.
- Provide HR guidance in line with Austrian/EU labor laws and company policies.
- Work Permit & Immigration Support:
- Handle visa, Blue Card, and residence permit processes for Austria and other EU regions.
- Coordinate with legal partners and government authorities to ensure timely and compliant processing.
- Payroll Coordination:
- Collaborate with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate monthly payroll execution.
- Review and verify HR-related data such as new hires, terminations, and statutory contributions.
- Employee Orientation & Policy Management:
- Lead onboarding sessions and maintain employee handbooks and orientation materials.
- Serve as a point of contact for HR queries regarding policies, benefits, and procedures.
- Regional Expansion Projects:
- Support HR setup in new EU markets by drafting localized contracts, designing compliant HR policies, and ensuring payroll and legal alignment.
Office Administration & Engagement
- Office Management:
- Manage office supplies, vendor relationships, lease agreements, and any fit-out or office relocation projects.
- Ensure a safe, efficient, and welcoming office environment for both employees and visitors.
- Vendor & Asset Management:
- Oversee procurement and logistics of office and merchandise supplies.
- Maintain strong relationships with service providers and vendors.
- Employee Engagement & Welfare:
- Plan and execute local in-person and virtual events, celebrations, and welfare arrangements (e.g. meals, gifts, transportation).
- Support team-building initiatives and promote company culture.
- Business Travel & Relocation Support:
- Assist in travel bookings, focusing on visa and accommodation arrangements for guests, business travelers, new hires, or relocation cases.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR operations, shared services, or office administration, preferably within the EU.
- Strong knowledge of Austrian and EU labor and immigration laws.
- Familiarity with payroll processes and HRIS systems (e.g., SAP).
- Experience in managing office operations and vendor relationships.
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving abilities.
- Fluency in both German and English is required.