Payroll Specialist

Generative Bionics; Genova; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Generative Bionics S.r.l. is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage the full payroll lifecycle and personnel administration in a fast-paced, innovative environment at our Genova facilities.

You will coordinate with external payroll providers, ensure compliance with Italian labor law and CCNL requirements, maintain accurate records, and support benefits administration while driving process improvements across HR operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Economics, Business Admin, Labor Law or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Italian payroll processes and labor law.
• Experience with multiple CCNLs, ideally including CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent Italian and good English.
• Experience with Zucchetti HR Suite.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Budgeting and workforce planning experience.
• Professional payroll or labor law certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll process and inputs.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and ensure compliance.
• Oversee employee benefits and supplementary schemes.
• Serve as main contact for payroll, compensation and benefits.
• Maintain personnel records and payroll reporting.
• Drive process digitalization and continuous improvement.

Skills

Payroll processing

Italian labor law

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

English communication

Multi-priority management

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Zucchetti Paghe Infinity

Zucchetti Presenze Infinity

Z-Travel

Other HR systems

Job description

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Role

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll and personnel administration activities, ensuring compliance with labor, tax, and social security regulations. The role involves overseeing the full payroll lifecycle, supporting employees and stakeholders, and ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, including payroll inputs, attendance data, variable compensation, absences, bonuses, benefits, payroll validation, and discrepancy resolution;
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and labor consultants, ensuring compliance with Italian labor law, tax regulations, social security obligations, INPS, INAIL, CU, fiscal reconciliations, and CCNL requirements;
• Manage employee benefits and supplementary schemes, including healthcare and welfare programs;
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and internal stakeholders on payroll, compensation, and benefits-related matters;
• Maintain accurate personnel administration records and support payroll-related reporting activities;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement, efficiency, and digitalization of HR and payroll processes;

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Economics, Business Administration, Labor Law, or a related field;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration and personnel management;
• Strong knowledge of Italian payroll processes, labor law, tax, and social security regulations;
• Experience managing different employee populations and applying multiple CCNLs, ideally including CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria;
• Hands-on experience with Zucchetti HR solutions, particularly Paghe Infinity, Presenze Infinity, and Z-Travel; knowledge of additional payroll, time & attendance, and HR management systems is a plus;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical capabilities, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• High level of autonomy, reliability, and ownership;
• Fluent Italian and a good command of English;
• Previous exposure to manufacturing, engineering, technology, robotics, or industrial environments;
• Advanced knowledge of the Zucchetti HR Suite and related modules;
• Experience with labor cost analysis, budgeting, reporting, and workforce planning;
• Professional certifications or specialized training in payroll, labor law, or personnel administration;
• Experience working in international and fast-growing organizations;

We Offer

• The opportunity to join an innovative deep-tech company at the forefront of humanoid robotics;
• A dynamic, international, and collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous growth;
• Direct impact on the scaling and development of a fast-growing organization;
• Professional development opportunities within a meritocratic and fast-paced culture;
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and qualifications;

Disclaimer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants solely on the basis of merit and business needs, without distinction or discrimination based on gender, race, color, ethnic or social origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.