Senior Payroll Specialist

Blu Selection - Recruitment Agency; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 55.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Blu Selection - Recruitment Agency in Barcelona seeks a Payroll Operations Lead to manage monthly payroll for about 700 employees during a maternity leave cover. You will partner with external providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.

This role oversees benefits administration, audits for compliance, and delivers HR analytics to support decisions across the contract duration.

Formación

• 5+ years of end-to-end payroll experience for 700+ employees.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Advanced Excel skills and numerical accuracy.
• Degree in Labour Relations, HR, Finance, or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the monthly payroll cycle for 700 team members, ensuring correct inputs.
• Coordinate benefits administration (health insurance, pensions, meal vouchers).
• Perform routine reconciliations and maintain audit-ready data compliance.
• Produce HR analytics reports on headcount, absenteeism, and compensation metrics.

Conocimientos

Payroll management

Excel proficiency

Data accuracy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

Degree in Labour Relations/HR/Finance

Descripción del empleo

• Location & Work Model: Barcelona, Spain | Full-Time (Fixed-Term Contract, Maternity Leave Cover)
• Project Highlight: Managing 700-Employee Payroll Operations

What is the project?

You’ll be stepping into a dynamic, global hub in Barcelona to lead payroll operations during a maternity leave cover. This project centers on taking total ownership of monthly payroll processing for roughly 700 employees, partnering closely with external vendors, and keeping the entire compensation engine running without a hitch!

The role & its responsibilities

• Ensure 100% On-Time Payroll: Lead the monthly cycle for 700 team members, validating inputs like bonuses, leaves, and variable pay to guarantee accurate execution.
• Optimize Benefits Administration: Manage health insurance, flexible compensation, pension plans, and meal vouchers to maintain high employee satisfaction.
• Maintain Audit-Ready Compliance: Perform routine reconciliations, data controls, and stay aligned with local labor legislation to safeguard operational integrity.
• Deliver Actionable HR Analytics: Turn raw data into insights by producing regular reports on headcount, absenteeism, and compensation metrics to support strategic decision-making.

What you should bring The Master of Numbers & Compliance

• Must-Haves:
• 5+ years of experience managing end-to-end payroll alongside external providers for populations of around 700+ employees.
• Full fluency in English and Spanish (you'll standardly use both written and spoken).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong numerical accuracy.
• Degree in Labour Relations, HR, Finance, or a related field.

What's in it for you?

• The Challenge: Step into a high-visibility, core operational role where you get full ownership of a key business function.
• The Target: Flawless, timely payroll execution and seamless team support across the entire contract duration.
• The Vibes: An energetic workplace featuring wellbeing initiatives, team engagement events, and a genuinely supportive atmosphere.

About the Company

This international organization operates a thriving hub in Barcelona bringing together team members from over 40 nationalities. Built on collaboration, diversity, and open communication, the environment provides a welcoming space where every contribution matters.