ES Operations & Project Specialist

Leadout Capital; Dublin; Sur place; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Salesforce in Ireland is seeking an Operations and Project Specialist within the Employee Success – Global ES Operations team. You will drive Hire-to-Retire and Payroll transformation, delivering scalable, employee‑centric solutions across regions through strong cross‑functional partnerships.

As the go‑to specialist for Leave of Absence, Benefits and other lifecycle components, you will ensure policies are applied accurately and with empathy, while enabling continuous improvement in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) required.
• PM experience is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in human resources, including leave management experience & vendor management.
• Experience of benefits management across EMEA desirable.
• Prior experience in HR operations, shared services, or centralized HR function preferred.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, preferably in a high growth technology company.
• Strong track record implementing or assessing AI, RPA, or analytics in HR/operations is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Lead and support special projects across the Hire-to-Retire lifecycle, including BRDs, UAT, change management, and stakeholder communications.
• Proactively identify and deliver operational and employee experience improvements using AI, automation, and data insights.
• Contribute to post-project hypercare and stabilization plans for smooth transitions and adoption.
• Train and enable People Services on new processes, procedures, and tools.
• Build consultative relationships with operational management and Employee Success partners at all levels.
• Develop and maintain end‑to‑end SOPs and process maps with cross-functional stakeholders to harmonize global operations.

Connaissances

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ambiguity handling

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Outils

Excel

Workday

Google Suite

Description du poste

As a key member of Salesforce’s Employee Success – Global ES Operations team, this role shapes a world‑class employee experience. Sitting within a dynamic and innovative HR organization, the Operations and Project Specialist leverages Salesforce technology and strong cross‑functional partnerships to deliver scalable, employee‑centric solutions across regions.
In this role, you will support Salesforce’s global Hire-to-Retire and Payroll transformation, driving process excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement while providing operational support to our Centers of Expertise. You will be a go‑to specialist for complex Leave of Absence, Benefits, and other key aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring policies are applied with care, accuracy, and empathy.
Success in this position means thriving in a fast‑paced environment, managing highly sensitive information with discretion, and acting as a proactive teammate who enjoys solving complex problems in an ambiguous environment. If you are highly organized, detail‑focused, and excited by technologies like AI, you will have the opportunity to reimagine how HR operations work and help transform how every employee experiences their lifecycle at Salesforce.

Project Management (Primary Focus)

• Lead and support special projects and programs across the Hire-to-Retire lifecycle (e.g., Global Time & Attendance and Benefits), including reviewing BRDs, conducting UAT, driving change management, and managing stakeholder communications (including Workers Council updates).
• Partner with the team to proactively identify and deliver operational and employee experience improvements using AI, automation, RPA, and data‑driven insights.
• Contribute to post‑project hypercare and stabilization plans to ensure smooth transitions, timely issue resolution, and strong adoption of new solutions.
• Train and enable People Services team members on new processes, procedures, and tools to embed changes effectively and build team capability.
• Build trusted, consultative relationships with operational management and Employee Success partners at all levels to align on process, policy, and operational impacts.
• Support development and maintenance of end‑to‑end SOPs and process maps in partnership with cross‑functional stakeholders (Benefits/LOA, Payroll, Employee Relations, Legal/Compliance) to harmonize and standardize global operations.

2. Employee Support and Case Management

• Deliver frontline support to prevent, resolve, and refer employee questions or concerns across Benefits, Compensation, Time Off, and Leave of Absence, acting as the trusted first point of contact for HR inquiries.
• Serve as liaison between Benefits/LOA vendors and Salesforce employees, while functioning as the primary escalation point for LOA specialists, managers, Total Rewards COE, and other stakeholders.
• Act as subject matter expert on leave policies and regulations, interpreting Salesforce practices to provide expert advice, guidance, coaching, and case management for complex individual leave scenarios.
• Partner with global stakeholders as a thought leader to design seamless, end‑to‑end experiences for high‑visibility LOA and Benefits programs that prioritize employee experience.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal team procedures, conducting regular audits to ensure full compliance with Salesforce policies, procedures, and current legislation.
• Drive compliant, scalable processes for LOA, compensation, and benefits administration through proactive documentation, process harmonization, and opportunity identification.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) required.
• Project Management experience is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in human resources, including leave management experience and LOA administration & vendor management.
• Experience of benefits management across EMEA desirable.
• Prior experience in HR operations, shared services organization, or a centralized HR function preferred.
• Experience working in a high volume, fast‑paced environment, preferably in a high growth technology company.
• A strong track record in implementing or assessing technologies such as AI, RPA, chatbots or advanced analytics in HR/operations is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced knowledge in Excel and/or other spreadsheet applications
• Experience with case management systems and Workday is highly desirable.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Google Suite.
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written; proficiency in other European languages is highly desirable.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a constantly changing environment.
• Highly resilient and adaptable, with a proven ability to pivot and perform effectively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Outstanding time management and professional communication skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written presentation skills, including the ability to craft materials for audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively, effectively managing day‑to‑day work and deliverables with moderate guidance.