People Operations Generalist IBERIA (m/f/d)

Habyt; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Package

Team Events

Career Growth

Urban Sports Club Membership

Employee Discount

Have an impact

Job summary

Habyt is hiring a People Operations Generalist to keep our Lisbon office running smoothly and be the go-to for core HR processes, ensuring a seamless employee lifecycle.

You will manage HR documentation, onboarding/offboarding, and payroll coordination with external providers while maintaining compliance with local laws and internal policies. This role suits a proactive, organized professional in a dynamic, international team.

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.
• Hands-on and proactive mindset with ability to take initiative.

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 experiences for joiners and leavers.
• Maintain employee records and HR data in BambooHR.
• Coordinate monthly payroll with external providers and ensure SAF-T compliance.
• Oversee local tax compliance, reporting, and payment schedules.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.

Skills

Office management

HR processes

Bilingual EN/PT

Tools

BambooHR

Job description

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.

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.
• Urban Sports Club Membership: Stay active with a subsidized Urban Sports Club membership.
• Employee Discount: Unlock 20% off when staying at a Habyt Flex or Atipico property.
• Have an impact: Join a fast-growing company and be part of a diverse, international, and talented team.