Junior People Operations Coordinator

At Arkadium our purpose is to have fun while creating fun - and that’s exactly what we’ve been doing for 20 years. We’re the creators behind the world’s most-played games. From the Solitaire that came on your Windows machine, to hundreds of other games you’ve come to know and love - you can find our games on http://Arkadium.com , iOS, Android, and lots of other big sites worldwide.

As a proud Evergreen business our values of Fierce Drive, Positive Energy and Living Full Lives are the driving force behind how we run and the choices we make.

We’re privately held (aka stable and reasonable about growth), founder-led (aka passionate about our craft) and we consistently rank as a “Best Place to Work” (aka not your typical games company).

We’ve been recognised by "Happiness Works" in 2023 and 2024 in Portugal, "Crain's Best Places to Work 2022" and "Great Place to Work 2022 and 2023" in New York!

Interested in becoming an Arkadian? We’d love to hear from you!

Overview

The Junior People Operations Coordinator will support various People Innovation functions, including onboarding, employee relations, office and HR administration.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, has a keen eye for detail, and is eager to grow their career in Human Resources.

This role is open to candidates based in Lisbon, where we have our office space and the majority of our Portugal team is located.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide first-level support for all Arkadian inquiries related to any HR policies and procedures.
• Support with office operations, including maintaining office supplies and ensuring a smooth work environment.
• Assist in onboarding of new hires to maximize immediate on the job impact.
• Assist in payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Take part in our events committee meetings and actively contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of internal celebrations and events that inspire people to think, laugh, share, and create memories.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding activities plus employee recognition fulfilment.
• Support People innovation team on any special project or key strategic initiative.
• Stay updated on HR trends and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in Human Resources or similar role.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in both English and Portuguese.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Portuguese labor law and regulations is a plus.

• Competitive compensation with structured performance and career development check-ins.
• Meaningful health insurance (medical, dental & vision plans).
• Meal allowance.
• Personal development budget to fuel your passions and desire to learn (Arkadians are taking classes in not only Excel and leadership, but also interior design and even swimming!)
• Additional budget for conferences you are interested in.
• Professional Coaching Budget .
• Time off from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day so we can all enjoy the holidays.
• Summer Fridays: 4 Fridays off throughout the Summer to have more fun in the sun.
• A unique culture of transparency, true teamwork and fun.