People Operations Specialist

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, and negotiating offers - ideally within a consultancy or fast-paced environment.

• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems, especially Ashby.

• Proficient in LinkedIn tools, especially LinkedIn Recruiter, and familiar with other sourcing platforms and talent engagement strategies.

• Experience supporting HR operations such as payroll, benefits, and employee services.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Familiarity with the Portuguese labor law framework - you don't need to be a legal expert, but understanding the impact of current regulations on hiring and employee operations is a significant plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Portuguese proficiency is a bonus.

• Apple hardware ecosystem for work.

• Annual Bonus

• Top-tier Health and Life Insurance for peace of mind.

• Transportation Budget to support your commute needs.

• Coverflex benefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more.

• Childcare support.

• Air Conference - an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.

• Pension Fund to support your long-term financial planning.

• Urban Sports Club membership to keep you active.

• Meals 100% free at the hub.

As a People Operations Specialist at Air Apps, you will be at the heart of our HR and recruiting operations. You'll ensure smooth and timely delivery of key people-related processes, from recruitment and onboarding to documentation and employee support. You'll play a critical role in maintaining a compliant, well-organized, and people-first work environment.

• Assist with day-to-day HR tasks including payroll coordination, benefits administration, and employee data management.

• Clarify HR policies and respond to employee inquiries with empathy and accuracy.

• Support internal HR initiatives, including company-sponsored people programs and team communications.

• Take ownership of recurring documentation tasks, such as creating and updating internal HR processes, SOPs, and templates to ensure a compliant and well-documented HR environment.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment tasks including job postings, candidate sourcing, interview scheduling, and process coordination.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to track progress, provide candidate updates, and maintain momentum throughout the hiring pipeline.

• Help create a positive candidate experience from first contact to final offer.

• Coordinate onboarding logistics, welcoming new hires and ensuring a smooth integration into the team.

• This is a fully onsite position, based at our office in Lisbon, where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in person and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are open to support with relocation efforts.