HR Operations Assistant

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We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Operations Assistant to support our HR department in Lisbon with day-to-day operations.

This position offers a strong foundation in payroll, HR operations, and internal policy administration, while providing visibility into the company’s people-first culture and employee development strategies.

The HR Operations Assistant is responsible for various administrative and operational HR tasks, while acting as a key point of contact for employee queries. Success in this role will be demonstrated through the timely, accurate, and confidential execution of responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• Respond to employee queries in an assertive, timely, and solutions-oriented manner.
• Maintain and update employee information in HR systems and personal files accurately and promptly.
• Assist the Senior Payroll Specialist and HR team with day-to-day operations.
• Handle administrative tasks required for payroll processing and employee life-cycle management.
• Support the administration of leave management, including tracking annual leave, work schedules, and related payroll inputs.
• Conduct HR compliance checks to ensure alignment with local labor laws and internal policies.
• Assist with the administration of rewards and benefits programs.
• Perform general HR administrative duties and ad hoc tasks as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and HR-related information.

What you'll bring:

• Good communication in English & Portuguese.
• Ability to handle confidential information and matters with discretion.
• Great interpersonal skills.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines with a strong attention to detail.
• Quick learner with a self-driven mindset.
• A graduate-level degree in Human Resources, Law, or a relevant field, and/ or a minimum of 1 year of HR experience.