Human Resources Specialist

BYD; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD in Lisbon, Portugal, seeks an HR Specialist focused on labor relations, compliance, and HR operations. You will ensure governance conformity with Portuguese labor law, company policies, and global standards.

You will partner with external lawyers and agencies, support payroll with external partners, and deliver best-in-class HR consultancy to local and global stakeholders. This role reports to the HR Manager in Lisbon.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Employee Relations or related HR roles.
• Experience with compensation policies and flexible working.
• Knowledge of Portuguese Employment Legislation and risk assessment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Portuguese and English; Chinese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support across the employee lifecycle with focus on labor relations, compliance and HR operations.
• Oversee governance, policy adherence, and GDPR-compliant HR processes.
• Partner with leaders in Iberia and global stakeholders for HR consultancy.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes and payroll coordination with external agency.

Skills

Employee relations

Interpersonal skills

Communication (Portuguese & English)

Strategic advisory

Education

Degree or Masters in Labor Relations/Legal

Job description

As an HR Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on Labor Relations, compliance, and HR operations.

You will oversee internal governance processes and ensure adherence to Portuguese labor legislation, company policies, and global standards. In close collaboration with external lawyers and agencies, you will provide expert guidance on labor matters while contributing to the overall HR operational efficiency.

As a global organization, this role will deliver “best in class” HR consultancy services to local business leaders and employees in Portugal, as well as to global stakeholders managing teams based in Portugal.

This role reports to the HR Manager and will be based in Lisbon.

What You’ll Be Doing

HR & Compliance Responsibilities

• Be the contact in the company for questions and concerns regarding labor matters. Being completely updated on all labor reforms or modifications that may arise to implement them in the company.
• Be able to prepare and create documents and agreements regarding labor matters that are necessary. Like work calendars, policies, contracts…
• Support business leaders on cases covering all aspects of the employment relationship, such as collective bargaining, disciplinary, complaints, performance, absence, flexible working, redundancy, contractual changes, etc.
• Support information/consultation activity including the relationship with the Workers Councils and Unions when required.
• Define and implement the company's compensation and benefits policy.
• Oversee payroll process with our external agency.
• Ensure HR processes comply with Portugal labor law, internal policies and GDPR, maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Monitor changes in labor legislation and support the adaptation of contracts, policies and HR templates.
• Support internal and external audits, maintain HR documentation and contribute to continuous improvement of HR procedures.
• Ensure all HR actions (hiring, terminations, disciplinary processes) follow legal requirements and BYD standards.

Talent Acquisition Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to define headcount needs, role profiles and selection criteria for Iberia positions.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, sourcing, interviews, feedback and offer coordination.
• Manage recruitment channels and maintain a strong talent pipeline, ensuring a positive candidate experience.

What you bring

• Minimum of 5 years of Employee Relations experience, including compensation, flexible working, general policies, contractual changes, etc.
• Degree or Masters in Labor Relations, Legal or similar.
• Knowledge of Portuguese Employment Legislation application/interpretation – including ability to quickly assess potential areas of risk.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence and liaise with all levels of management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in Portuguese and English. Chinese language ability is a plus.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-growing, innovative global automotive company.
• Work closely with top leadership, influencing strategic projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate in a dynamic, multicultural environment that values proactivity, creativity, and excellence.
• Opportunity to develop professionally and grow within a leading organization in the electric mobility sector.

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team