HR Operations Specialist

Safeguard Global; España; A distancia; EUR 28.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Safeguard Global is seeking a Payroll and HR Specialist to oversee day-to-day operations in HR across Europe. This role involves managing payroll, HR admin tasks, and supporting the HR team to empower employees. Join a flexible and remote-friendly company culture that values autonomy and collaboration.

Servicios

Autonomy & Flexibility

International Environment

Learning Opportunities

Remote-First Focus

Charitable Days

Bonus/SIP

Flexible Co-working Spaces

Formación

• At least two years of experience in payroll and/or HR administration.
• Strong skills in Excel, particularly for reconciliation and analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with local laws.
• Provide reports on payroll and benefits to stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Excel

Attention to detail

Client service

Communication

Organizational skills

Herramientas

Workday

Descripción del empleo

Ever dreamt of a profession where you call the shots on where you work? Welcome to Safeguard Global! We're all about making work fit your life, not the other way around.

Our Work in Any Way approach means you can call your couch your office or a café halfway across the world your boardroom, while still having the flexibility to make school runs and essential errands, which may include a detour to a scenic park to continue your workday and meet deadlines.

We are seeking a Payroll and HR Specialist to be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Human Resources for our guardians throughout Europe. This role will manage the administrative tasks for the HR function in the EMEA region and support the HR team to ensure all employees are enabled and empowered to perform at their highest potential.

The key responsibilities of this role include payroll, HR admin, and benefits. There is also an opportunity to work with the broader HR team on various local and global projects and to interact with team members worldwide.

In our business, it's all about our values. We are looking for a talented individual with high accountability and genuine care for their colleagues.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with internal teams and external payroll providers to ensure smooth payroll processing.
• Collect and provide payroll inputs for multiple EMEA countries.
• Develop knowledge of local country guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance, partnering with payroll, benefit, and tax providers for support.
• Provide payroll and benefits reports to stakeholders, finance, and governmental agencies as required.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee queries regarding pay and benefits via CRM (Zendesk). Assist employees with benefit enrollment and life events.
• Manage benefits administration and billing, including healthcare, pension plans, or SOC1 audits as needed.
• Update and maintain employee lifecycle data in the HR system (e.g., new hires, terminations, compensation changes, organizational changes).
• Generate regular and ad hoc reports, and participate in projects as needed.
• Support onboarding, new hire documentation, and orientation training.
• Assist with HR compliance projects.

For this role, you should have:

• At least two years of experience in payroll and/or HR administration.
• Strong Excel skills, especially for reconciliation and analysis (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
• Knowledge of relevant HR and payroll laws and best practices.
• Interest and aptitude in technology and HR systems, preferably Workday.
• A love for numbers, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Professionalism, discretion, and excellent client service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in business English, with adaptability for different audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team.

About Us:

We are not bound by traditional ways. We handle global solutions for over 1500 clients, and our culture is what sets us apart. We are a community of 900+ Guardians across 50+ countries, committed to a remote-first and flexible workforce.

Why become a Guardian:

• Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way)
• International Environment: Grow your network and collaborate globally.
• Our Culture: We value people and ensure your ideas are heard and recognized.
• Learning: Access to two learning platforms for personal growth.
• Remote-First Focus: Work from anywhere.
• Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you care about.
• Reward & Recognition: Be acknowledged for your success and values.
• Bonus/SIP: Eligible for annual bonus or sales incentives.
• Co-working Spaces: Flexible options for meetings or work outside home.

Next Steps:

If you're ready to shape your work around your life and embrace remote work, express your interest by clicking the link. We will keep in touch for the next steps if your application matches the role, or provide an update if not.

Welcome to the Future of Work!

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Safeguard Global is committed to equal employment opportunities and a respectful environment for all applicants and Guardians.