People Operations Generalist IBERIA (m/f/d)

Habyt GmbH; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Package?

Team Events

Career Growth

Habyt Fellowship Program

Urban Sports Club Membership

Employee Discount

Have an impact

Job summary

Habyt GmbH is seeking a People Operations Generalist to support HR processes and payroll for our Lisbon team. You will be the go-to person for employee lifecycle activities and office operations in our central Lisbon location.

The role requires hands-on, proactive collaboration with managers, strong organizational skills, and fluency in English and Portuguese. Join a fast-paced, international team and help shape Habyt's workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in office management and / or HR roles.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese; Italian and other languages are a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Enjoy being a point of contact for our employees and creating a great employee experience.
• Hands-on and proactive mindset, with the ability to take initiative and handle multiple tasks independently.
• Solid understanding of employment law and HR processes.
• Ability to work 5 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers on HR topics.
• Prepare employment contracts, addendums, references, and other HR documents.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding for new joiners and leavers.
• Maintain employee records and HR data in BambooHR.
• Coordinate monthly payroll with external providers per local rules.
• Ensure local tax compliance and timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Oversee Lisbon office organization, stocking, and visitor readiness.
• Manage office bills, post, and vendor relationships.
• Provide ad-hoc administrative support to the CEO.
• Organize team events and cultivate company culture.

Skills

Office management

HR experience

English language

Portuguese language

Attention to detail

Tools

BambooHR

Job description

About the Role

Housing is hard. One size rarely fits all, and it's a hell of a process. As the largest flexible housing company globally, Habyt’s mission is to provide access to housing anywhere, for everyone. Our drive is to create solutions with a digital-first approach, making every move easy, and every house a home. If you are passionate about real estate and would like to join a dynamic, talented, and diverse team of professionals from all around the world — you are in the right place!

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive People Operations Generalist who combines solid HR expertise with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership. In this role, you'll help keep our centrally located Lisbon office running smoothly and be the go-to person for our core HR processes and ensure a seamless employee experience across our employees' lifecycle.

If you thrive in a hands-on role and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you!

This position is open to residents of Lisbon. If interested, please send us your most updated CV in English.

Your Responsibilities

People Operations & Administration

• Be a trusted point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related topics for our team.
• Prepare employment contracts, addendums, references, and other HR documents.
• Manage the onboarding and offboarding experience for new joiners and leavers.
• Maintain employee records and manage HR data in our system (BambooHR).
• Manage monthly payroll preparation with external providers, ensuring full compliance with local SAF-T billing and statutory reporting requirements.
• Oversee local municipal tax compliance, reporting, and payment schedules.
  
• Ensure overall compliance with labor laws, statutory tax requirements, and internal policies.
  
  

Office Management & Culture

• Oversee the Lisbon office to ensure it is organized, fully stocked, and presentable for staff and visitors.
• Manage office bills, incoming post, and relationships with local vendors and service providers.
• Provide ad-hoc administrative assistance to the CEO, including calendar coordination and managing local paperwork / notary visits.
• Organize our local team events and foster a great company culture through your initiatives.
  

Your Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in office management and / or HR roles
• Fluent in English and Portuguese; Italian and other languages are a plus
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  
• Enjoy being a point of contact for our employees and creating a great employee experience
  
• Hands-on and proactive mindset, with the ability to take initiative and handle multiple tasks independently
  
• Solid understanding of employment law and HR processes
  
• Ability to work 5 days per week in the office

What We Offer

• Welcome Package:Start your journey with us fully equipped—we'll provide the Habyt essentials and all the tech you need to get moving.
• Team Events:Connect and have fun with your colleagues at our regular, lively company events.
• Career Growth:From performance development plans to feedback sessions and competency matrices, we're here to help you grow and develop your skills even further.
• Habyt Fellowship Program:Work from any Habyt location and get to know the team in other countries.
• Urban Sports Club Membership:Stay active with a subsidized Urban Sports Club membership.
• Employee Discount:Unlock 25% off when staying at a Habyt Flex property, and enjoy exclusive rates for our co-living homes.
• Have an impact:Join a fast-growing company and be part of a diverse, international, and talented team.Together we are revolutionizing the housing market!