Senior HR Specialist

KultureTalent - Global Talent; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

KultureTalent - Global Talent in Portugal is seeking an experienced Senior HR Specialist to support day-to-day HR operations and contribute to strategic projects across talent management, employee relations, and organisational development.

You'll work closely with leadership to build an engaging, compliant, and people-first workplace, overseeing payroll, ensuring Portuguese labor law compliance, and driving onboarding and talent initiatives while maintaining HRIS and governance for leadership

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of HR experience including generalist duties
• Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law and HR best practices
• Fluency in Portuguese and English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support in core HR areas such as compensation & benefits, performance management, employee engagement, and HR compliance
• Manage and oversee the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Ensure alignment with Portuguese labor laws, collective agreements, and internal policies
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution with professionalism
• Lead and support talent acquisition initiatives and onboarding processes
• Collaborate on HR projects including diversity & inclusion, training & development, and culture-building
• Maintain and update HR systems and records (HRIS)
• Prepare HR metrics and reports for leadership decision-making
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR best practices
• Support audits and liaise with legal or regulatory bodies when needed

Skills

HR generalist

Payroll management

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS systems

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Senior HR Specialist to join their team in Portugal. In this role, you will support the day-to-day HR operations while also contributing to strategic projects across talent management, employee relations, and organisational development.

Youll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure they continue building an engaging, compliant, and people-first workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert support in core HR areas such as compensation & benefits, performance management, employee engagement, and HR compliance
• Manage and oversee the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and coordination with Finance and external providers
• Ensure alignment with Portuguese labor laws, collective agreements, and internal policies
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution with professionalism and discretion
• Lead and support talent acquisition initiatives and onboarding processes
• Collaborate on HR projects including diversity & inclusion, training & development, and culture-building
• Maintain and update HR systems and records (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality
• Prepare HR metrics and reports for leadership decision-making
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR best practices
• Support audits and liaise with legal or regulatory bodies when needed

Requirements

• 3 to5 years of experience in HR minimum, with at least 2 years in an HR generalist role
• Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of Portuguese labor law and HR best practices
• Fluency in Portuguese and English (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results
• Experience with HR software and systems
• Familiarity with international HR practices (nice to have)