Lisbon HR & Labor Relations 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

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.