HR Specialist (On-site)

Translated; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work policy

Periodic presence at Rome HQ

Professional development programs

Health and wellness initiatives

Job summary

Translated is seeking a bright and motivated HR Specialist to join our Finance Team in Rome. The role combines HR administration with payroll support, cross-border mobility, and policy development in a flexible remote work setup with periodic presence at our Rome headquarters.

We offer a fixed-term contract with a salary range of €28,000–€35,000, and a supportive environment that values curiosity, creativity, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Minimum 3 years in HR Specialist or related role.
• Passionate about HR innovation and development.
• Proven experience with TeamSystem Time & Attendance software.
• Payroll experience in international or cross-border environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out HR administrative tasks including attendance, leave records, and payroll support.
• Assist policy formulation and salary administration.
• Analyze labor costs, budgeting, and personnel expenses.
• Maintain clear communication with employees and resolve queries.
• Support policy development, guidelines, and HR systems.

Skills

English

Italian

Tools

TeamSystem Time & Attendance

Job description

About Translated

Translated is where technology and humanity meet to create global understanding. Founded in 1999 by a linguist and a computer scientist, we are on a mission to allow everyone to understand and be understood in their own language. We envision a world where people from different cultures can communicate seamlessly, with unprecedented access to knowledge, cultural exchange, and business opportunities. To make this possible, we combine a network of over 500,000 vetted, native-speaking language professionals with a unique translation AI, Lara, capable of recognizing its limits and explaining its choices. Through an ecosystem of AI-powered translation tools (Matecat, Matesub, and Matedub), an enterprise localization platform ( TranslationOS), and an online translator (Lara Translate), we support more than 400,000 clients in 200 languages, helping people and organizations connect across cultures. Everything we build reflects a simple principle: technology should amplify human potential, not replace it. Whether through a marketing campaign, an event, or a new process, every project at Translated contributes to a larger purpose: bringing people closer together through understanding. At Translated, you'll join an international, collaborative environment where curiosity, creativity, and excellence are valued as much as results. We believe in humans. We are looking for a bright and motivated HR Specialist to support and join our Finance Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out a range of administrative tasks in the area of HR, including the maintenance of proper attendance and leaving employees records and assisting the payroll department in daily duties;
• Support HR division in policy formulation and salary administration;
• Working knowledge of labor cost analysis, budgeting, and personnel expense tracking;
• Ensure smooth communication with employees and timely resolution to their queries;
• Supporting the development and review of new and existing policies, procedures, guidelines and work instructions in the respective area of HR and contributing to the development of HR management systems;
• Interpreting and applying rules and regulations, and advising colleagues, staff and managers accordingly;
• Providing regular and ad-hoc staff statistics for management and external bodies, such as the European Commission;
• Support the strategy at the local level and in the adaptation of individual solutions;
• Demonstrated background in overseeing health and safety compliance, including mandatory medical surveillance programs;
• Oversee cross-border mobility and immigration workflows, partnering with legal advisors and local authorities to secure work authorization.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and Italian.
• 3+ years of experience in this position.
• Passionate about HR innovation, skill development and particularly interested and active in the innovation of HR practices.
• Proven experience with TeamSystem Time & Attendance software
• Curious person, close to professional business
• Energy, enthusiasm and confidence
• Proven experience managing payroll within an international or cross-border environment.

Headquarter

Translated is hosted at Pi Campus, a working environment immersed in nature where six luxury villas in Rome, Italy, have been converted into functional offices designed to foster talent growth. Pi Campus is also a venture firm created by Translated to reinvest part of its profits into promising AI startups.

Our Offer

We are offering a fixed-term contract. Depending on expertise, the offered salary typically ranges between €28,000 and €35,000. Compensation generally grows quickly as experience leads to greater contributions. Exceptionally strong candidates may be offered salaries above this range to acknowledge their higher potential impact. We offer a flexible remote work policy, combined with a requirement for periodic presence at our Rome headquarters.

Benefits and Perks

• We nurture and support the team's personal and professional development every day through growth-oriented initiatives like personalized learning paths and networking events with industry leaders, health-oriented initiatives like massages, sauna, and workouts in our gym and swimming pool, as well as relaxation rooms, open meeting rooms, a cafeteria, and fully equipped kitchens in every villa. In case of need, every team member has access to psychological, legal, and financial support.

Learn more about our company: https://translated.com/work-at-translated-onboarding.

Diversity Statement

At Translated, we proudly embrace and celebrate the unique qualities each individual brings to our team, regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other difference. We recognize that diverse perspectives empower us to overcome challenges, foster innovation, and drive excellence. As an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to cultivating an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported in reaching their full potential.

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