Payroll Intern with German

Fresenius Group; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Wrocław offers a hybrid Payroll Assistant role focused on the German market. You will support daily payroll operations, respond to employee inquiries, and help maintain payroll data using HR systems. Fluency in German and English, plus MS Office, are essential.

We provide 50% FTE with flexible hours and a collaborative team. The contract type is a civil agreement with potential extension into 2027, suitable for those seeking growth in HR and payroll within an

Qualifications

• German language skills at minimum B2.
• English language skills at minimum B2.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in HR/Payroll.
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Payroll team in daily operations and administrative tasks for the German market.
• Handle employee queries via the HR ticketing system (AskHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with processing and maintaining payroll-related data for accuracy and completeness.
• Support data collection and validation for sick leave and absence management.
• Assist in processing Travel & Expense data in line with company policies.
• Collaborate with Payroll team members to ensure smooth day-to-day activities.
• Maintain documentation and data tracking in line with payroll procedures and compliance.
• Communicate regularly with German-speaking employees and stakeholders in German and English.

Skills

German (B2)

English (B2)

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Task management

HR payroll knowledge

Tools

ServiceNow

Payroll systems

Job description

This is a hybrid role. Upon agreement between you and your supervisor, you are entitled to a flexible arrangement where you will be able to split your time between working from the office and working remotely.

Fresenius Medical Care core values:

Fresenius Medical Care is a people business. Our success depends on having the best and brightest employees, and helping them attain their personal and professional goals while delivering excellence in patient care and business results. Our employees embody our culture which is based on core values supporting our promise to improve the quality of life of every patient every day. These core values are: We Care. We Connect. We Commit.

Your responsibilities:

• Support the Payroll team in daily operations and administrative tasks related to payroll processes for the German market.
• Handle and respond to employee queries via the HR ticketing system (AskHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with processing and maintaining payroll-related data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support data collection and validation related to sick leave and absence management required for payroll processing.
• Assist in processing Travel & Expense (T&E) data in line with company policies.
• Cooperate closely with Payroll team members to ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day activities.
• Maintain documentation and support data tracking in line with payroll procedures and compliance standards.
• Communicate regularly with German-speaking employees and stakeholders, using both German and English in your daily work.

Our requirements:

• German and English language skills at minimum B2 level.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in the HR and Payroll field.
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently and work in a dynamic environment.

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in Payroll, HR, Administration or Customer Support roles.
• Knowledge of ticketing tools (e.g. ServiceNow).
• Familiarity with Payroll or HRIS systems.

What we offer:

• A great opportunity to start or further develop your career in HR and Payroll.
• Practical experience in an international environment supporting the German market.
• Daily use of both German and English in a professional setting.
• Support and mentorship from experienced Payroll professionals.
• Friendly, collaborative, and welcoming team culture.
• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office).
• Flexible working hours that can be adjusted to your studies or other commitments.
• Civil contract (umowa zlecenie) with a planned cooperation opportunity until the end of 2027.
• Part-time employment contract (50% FTE)
• Possibility to gain valuable experience in a global organization and build skills that open doors to future HR, Payroll and People Operations careers.