Payroll Trainee

Faurecia; Santa Maria da Feira; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia is seeking a Payroll Trainee to support daily payroll and personnel administration in Portugal. You will assist with data collection, records maintenance, and compliance while learning payroll processes, labour legislation, and HR systems in a dynamic, international setting.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in HR or related fields, enjoy analytical work, and communicate clearly in English. The role offers practical development, exposure to SAP/SuccessFactors, and opportunities to contribute

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field.
• Interest in payroll processes and HR administration.
• Familiarity with Excel and HR software (SAP/SuccessFactors).

Responsibilities

• Support payroll data preparation and employee administration activities.
• Assist in maintaining accurate employee records and payroll-related documentation.
• Support the preparation and submission of legal and statutory reports.
• Assist with payroll data validation and system audits to ensure data accuracy.
• Support HR and Payroll teams in administrative and operational activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain proper organization of payroll files and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Company procedures, policies, and internal controls.
• Respect and support the implementation of Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (HSE), and Ethics policies.
• Participate in training activities and continuously develop payroll and HR knowledge.
• Perform other duties related to payroll and HR administration as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Interest in Human Resources

Excel proficiency

Fluent English

SAP/SuccessFactors knowledge

Education

Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your Mission, Roles And Responsibilities

Overall responsibilities and duties

The Payroll Trainee will support the Payroll Manager and Payroll Team in daily payroll and personnel administration activities within the country. This role is designed to provide practical learning and development opportunities in payroll processes, labour legislation, HR systems, and employee administration while contributing to the team's operational efficiency.

The trainee will collaborate with internal stakeholders and support compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Responsabilities

• Support payroll data preparation and employee administration activities.
• Assist in maintaining accurate employee records and payroll-related documentation.
• Support the preparation and submission of legal and statutory reports.
• Assist with payroll data validation and system audits to ensure data accuracy.
• Support HR and Payroll teams in administrative and operational activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain proper organization of payroll files and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Company procedures, policies, and internal controls.
• Respect and support the implementation of Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (HSE), and Ethics policies.
• Participate in training activities and continuously develop payroll and HR knowledge.
• Perform other duties related to payroll and HR administration as assigned by the manager.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Qualifications

Minimum education level:

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a related field.

Technical And Behavioral Skills

• Interest in Human Resources and Payroll processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.
• Fluent English (written and spoken), any other language is a plus.
• Knowledge about SAP/SuccessFactors tools is also a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical mindset and willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize work and manage multiple priorities.
• Team-player with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

What We Can Do For You

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action:use less, use betteranduse longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA. With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide. In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index. FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com

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Additional Compensation & Benefits

According internal rules