Payroll and People Operations Specialist Job at Acast (New York)

People Operations Specialist

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced People Operations Specialist ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

16.00 - 20.00 GBP / Hour

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong knowledge of European HR practises and regulations in a tech environment
Proficiency in HRIS and HR technology tools (ideally HiBob)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
Fluency in English is required
German or Dutch proficiency is a plus but not essential

Job Responsibility

Global Operations Management: Be the go-to contact for employees worldwide, handling inquiries related to payroll, benefits, global mobility, and PTO. Ensure all processes comply with labour laws and internal policies
Employee Experience: Enhance the onboarding, offboarding, and engagement processes to create an amazing employee journey
HRIS Management: Oversee and optimise our HR Information Systems (HRIS) for accurate and efficient data management
Preliminary Payroll Support: Assist payroll experts with tasks like payroll preparation and report creation
Project Management: Lead cross-functional projects, collaborating with departments such as Finance, Legal, and Office Management
Compliance and Policy Implementation: Ensure all HR processes comply with local and international regulations
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to boost efficiency within the people operations function
Stakeholder Management: Work with key stakeholders across various departments to ensure alignment and effective communication of HR initiatives

What we offer

Opportunity to work alongside a talented team
Contribute to exciting projects
Be part of a growing tech organisation

Fulltime

Senior People Operations Specialist

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid ...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

160000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in People Operations or HR - ideally within a startup or high-growth company
Broad HR generalist experience across compliance, payroll, benefits, performance management, immigration, recruiting, and employee engagement
Experience managing visa processes or partnering with immigration counsel preferred
Excellent relationship-builder with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
Bonus: holds general HR compliance and employment law certifications

Job Responsibility

People Operations & Compliance: Lead HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, documentation, and employee records management
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and internal policies
Payroll, Benefits & Compensation: Manage payroll, bonuses, and annual compensation cycles accurately and confidentially
Oversee benefits administration (healthcare, 401k, leave policies, PTO) and serve as the point of contact for employees and vendors
Continuously assess competitiveness of compensation and benefits packages
Performance & Talent Management: Manage performance review processes, goal-setting, and professional development programs
Support managers in coaching, feedback, and growth planning
Culture & Employee Engagement: Develop initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, recognition, and retention
Act as a trusted HR business partner to employees and leadership
Plan company events, recognition programs, and culture-building activities

Fulltime

People Operations Specialist

You’ll be the backbone of the People Team. You’ll own the operations of hiring, ...

Location

Portugal , Lisbon

Salary:

Not provided

Powerdot

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of HR operations / People operations experience, preferably in a multi-country environment
Solid expertise in compensation & benefits, payroll administration, and salary-structure management
Experience with HRIS/data platforms, strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
Knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations and compliance (preferably across Europe)
Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
Strong problem-solving mindset: you see “how processes could be better” and you act
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Manage employment contracts, renewals and for new hires ensure documentation is complete and accurate
Coordinate with hiring managers and Recruiting for start dates and enrolments
Maintain HRIS data for joiners and ensure new-hire workflows and systems are correctly set up
Drive improvements/automation in onboarding and contract administration
Act as point‐of‐contact for the payroll team
ensure timely, accurate payroll support
Administer and track monthly bonuses, commissions and incentive programmes
Maintain salary ranges, job levels, benefits (healthcare, mobility, leave policies), and support budget tracking
Analyse compensation data and provide reports to enable decision-making by leadership
Answer employee queries about payroll, benefits, salary, claims, and partner with Finance as needed

What we offer

Private health insurance coverage
Gym membership to help you stay active
Flexible working hours: you own your time
Annual offsite where we celebrate the year’s achievements and spend quality time together
Regular team-building events with your local teammates
English Training as English is our language used to connect with all markets and teams
Free office snacks and unlimited coffee & Meal allowance for every worked day
Special discounts for charging your electric vehicle

People Operations Specialist

You’ll be the backbone of the People Team. You’ll own the operations of hiring, ...

Location

Lisbon

Salary:

Not provided

Powerdot

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of HR operations / People operations experience, preferably in a multi-country environment
Solid expertise in compensation & benefits, payroll administration, and salary-structure management
Experience with HRIS/data platforms, strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
Knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations and compliance (preferably across Europe)
Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
Strong problem-solving mindset: you see “how processes could be better” and you act
Fluent in English

Job Responsibility

Manage employment contracts, renewals and for new hires ensure documentation is complete and accurate
Coordinate with hiring managers and Recruiting for start dates and enrolments
Maintain HRIS data for joiners and ensure new-hire workflows and systems are correctly set up
Drive improvements/automation in onboarding and contract administration
Act as point‐of‐contact for the payroll team
ensure timely, accurate payroll support
Administer and track monthly bonuses, commissions and incentive programmes
Maintain salary ranges, job levels, benefits (healthcare, mobility, leave policies), and support budget tracking
Analyse compensation data and provide reports to enable decision-making by leadership
Answer employee queries about payroll, benefits, salary, claims, and partner with Finance as needed

What we offer

Private health insurance coverage
Gym membership to help you stay active
Flexible working hours: you own your time
Annual offsite where we celebrate the year’s achievements and spend quality time together (this year we went to Algarve, Portugal!)
Regular team-building events with your local teammates
English Training as English is our language used to connect with all markets and teams
Free office snacks and unlimited coffee & Meal allowance for every worked day
Special discounts for charging your electric vehicle

People Operations Specialist

Our client, a tech company that develops AI-powered language translation, is see...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

16.00 - 20.00 GBP / Hour

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong knowledge of European HR practises and regulations in a tech environment
Proficiency in HRIS and HR technology tools (ideally HiBob)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration
Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
Fluency in English is required
German or Dutch proficiency is a plus but not essential.

Job Responsibility

Global Operations Management: Be the go-to contact for employees worldwide, handling inquiries related to payroll, benefits, global mobility, and PTO. Ensure all processes comply with labour laws and internal policies
Employee Experience: Enhance the onboarding, offboarding, and engagement processes to create an amazing employee journey
HRIS Management: Oversee and optimise our HR Information Systems (HRIS) for accurate and efficient data management
Preliminary Payroll Support: Assist payroll experts with tasks like payroll preparation and report creation
Project Management: Lead cross-functional projects, collaborating with departments such as Finance, Legal, and Office Management
Compliance and Policy Implementation: Ensure all HR processes comply with local and international regulations
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process enhancements to boost efficiency within the people operations function
Stakeholder Management: Work with key stakeholders across various departments to ensure alignment and effective communication of HR initiatives.

What we offer

Chance to be part of a growing tech organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development
Opportunity to work alongside a talented team
Contribute to exciting projects that make a real difference.

Fulltime

HR & Operations Specialist

This hands-on, multifaceted role offers you the chance to collaborate with a vib...

Location

United Kingdom , City of London

Salary:

35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in an HR support role
Previous experience in an Recruitment Agency or Sales setting
Solid understanding of HR processes and UK employment law basics
Confident communicator, able to engage with various teams
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks
Proactive attitude and a thirst for learning
CIPD Level 3 or 5 or working towards it
Proficient with HR systems and Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Assist managers with everyday HR queries to help them effectively lead their teams
Support employee relations cases (probation, absence, performance) alongside senior HR members
Coordinate essential HR processes including onboarding, probation, and performance reviews
Maintain accurate people data and assist with insightful reporting
Roll out HR policies while ensuring compliance with employment laws
Contribute to people-related projects like new frameworks and policy updates
Manage regular HR operations like payroll changes and benefits
Support culture and wellbeing initiatives-plan team socials and celebrate milestones
Coordinate travel and office logistics as needed

What we offer

25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays + reduced operations over Christmas
Additional holiday for each year of service (up to 30 days)
Two annual incentive trips (winter and summer)
Wellness support + discounted gym membership
In-house barista, gourmet coffee, and snacks
Generous maternity and partner leave policies
3-month paid sabbatical every 5 years
Opportunities for international travel to assist with operations
Regular team socials and events

Fulltime

HR & Operations Specialist

Hands-on, multifaceted role offering the chance to collaborate with a vibrant Pe...

Location

United Kingdom , City of London

Salary:

35000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in an HR support role
Previous experience in a Recruitment Agency or Sales setting
Solid understanding of HR processes and UK employment law basics
Confident communicator, able to engage with various teams
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks
Proactive attitude and a thirst for learning
CIPD Level 3 or 5 or working towards it
Proficient with HR systems and Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Assist managers with everyday HR queries to help them effectively lead their teams
Support employee relations cases (probation, absence, performance) alongside senior HR members
Coordinate essential HR processes including onboarding, probation, and performance reviews
Maintain accurate people data and assist with insightful reporting
Roll out HR policies while ensuring compliance with employment laws
Contribute to people-related projects like new frameworks and policy updates
Manage regular HR operations like payroll changes and benefits
Support culture and wellbeing initiatives-plan team socials and celebrate milestones
Coordinate travel and office logistics as needed

What we offer

25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays + reduced operations over Christmas
Additional holiday for each year of service (up to 30 days)
Two annual incentive trips (winter and summer)
Wellness support + discounted gym membership
In-house barista, gourmet coffee, and snacks
Generous maternity and partner leave policies
3-month paid sabbatical every 5 years
Opportunities for international travel to assist with operations
Regular team socials and events

Fulltime

People Services Specialist

At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. T...

Location

United States , Baltimore

Salary:

21.49 - 30.63 USD / Hour

IKEA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

University degree and 1 year of related experience, or minimum 3 years of related experience
3–5 years’ experience in a shared services/call center environment for a large national company
1–3 years’ experience with SAP, HRMS or other related HRMS software
1–3 years’ experience in Human Resources, including concepts and administration of Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, and/or Recruitment
Basic knowledge and understanding of Federal, State, and Local legislative employment and health care laws and regulations
Proven experience providing an excellent level of customer service through live phone calls, email, and chat
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent time-management skills
Demonstrated proficiency with the use of a computer and software applications including Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Execute work to capture and maintain all relevant co-worker life cycle data in the appropriate systems to achieve operational goals and objectives
Execute work to produce all relevant human resource documentation complying with relevant legislation, service level agreements, Ingka policies, guidelines, as well as operational goals and objectives, updating working guidelines and documentation according to changes
Collaborate with stakeholders to participate in relevant human resource internal activities to ensure accuracy and timeous delivery of personnel administration, as well as P&C services that achieve operational goals and objectives
Seek guidance from relevant stakeholders to develop own goals and objectives that are in line with team goals and objectives
Monitor the quality of services in the area of responsibility and partner with other internal and external departments and P&C locations to address all issues, in cooperation and upon consultation with Team Leaders/PA/PY Manager

What we offer

Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
KinderCare tuition discount
Retirement and bonus plans
Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
Pet insurance program
Education assistance and learning programs
Safety shoe reimbursement
24/7 telehealth visits

Fulltime

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