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Payroll & People Administration Specialist

On-site in Barcelona·Added 3 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Housfy

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Overview

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On-site, Barcelona
Experience
2+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Catalan.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What are we looking for?

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll, labor administration, or personnel administration.
  • Knowledge of the payroll process and standard labor documentation.
  • Experience in managing labor incidents and in coordinating with external agencies.
  • Ability to review information with rigor, detect possible errors, and follow up on processes.
  • An organized, methodical, and proactive person with attention to detail.
  • Good communication skills and employee orientation.
  • Autonomy, proactivity, and the ability to manage various tasks and meet established deadlines.
  • Discretion and responsibility in the handling of confidential information.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of Spanish labor regulations and experience with personnel management tools will be valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we offer?

  • Joining a growing digital company.
  • A key position within the People/HR team, with direct participation in payroll and labor administration processes.
  • A dynamic, close, and continuous improvement-oriented work environment.
  • The opportunity to expand your knowledge and continue developing professionally in the field of Human Resources.
  • Collaboration with a team committed to the improvement and optimization of internal processes.

The role

You will join the People/HR team as a Payroll & People Administration Specialist, with a key role in coordinating payroll and labor administration processes.

The position is oriented towards a person with experience in payroll and personnel management, who is methodical, organized, and has attention to detail, and who wants to continue developing professionally in this field and contribute to improving internal processes.

What you'll do

Main responsibilities

  • Coordinate the monthly payroll process with the external agency, ensuring that all necessary information is collected and sent correctly within the established deadlines.
  • Collect and review the monthly incidents that affect payroll: hires, terminations, salary changes, variables, absences, medical leaves, permits, garnishments, etc.
  • Review payrolls before their validation and payment, identifying possible errors or inconsistencies.
  • Follow up on the monthly payroll calendar and the corresponding labor procedures.
  • Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, contracts, permits, vacations, absences, and other labor administrative matters.
  • Coordinate with the agency regarding hires, terminations, contractual modifications, and other labor management tasks.
  • Keep employee labor documentation up to date and ensure its correct organization.
  • Manage and follow up on vacations, absences, medical leaves, and other labor incidents.
  • Provide support for onboarding processes, internal changes, contract renewals, and offboarding.
  • Guarantee the confidentiality and correct handling of employee information.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement in personnel administration and payroll processes.
  • Collaborate on People area projects related to regulatory compliance, labor management, and process improvement.

About Housfy

Housfy is a Spanish proptech company that provides a digital platform for buying, selling, and renting residential properties, as well as property management services. Founded in Barcelona, the company has expanded its operations across Spain, offering services such as real estate brokerage, property administration, and mortgage brokerage. With a workforce of several hundred employees, Housfy aims to modernize the traditional real estate sector through technology and data-driven insights.

Housfy's headquarters are in Barcelona, and it has a strong presence throughout Spain, with offices and roles in Madrid, Bilbao, and other cities. The company's work culture is dynamic and tech-oriented, with a focus on innovation and customer service. For international professionals, Housfy offers opportunities in a growing proptech sector, with roles in data analysis, business operations, and HR, though most positions require Spanish language proficiency due to the local market focus.

Industry
PropTech
Founded
2017
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Bilbao
Website
housfy.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Housfy is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European tech hub, offering a vibrant lifestyle and a growing international community.
  • The company operates in the proptech sector, which is rapidly evolving, providing opportunities for career growth in a digital-first environment.
  • Most roles require Spanish language skills, so international candidates should be prepared to work in a Spanish-speaking environment.
  • Housfy has a presence in multiple Spanish cities, including Madrid and Bilbao, which may offer flexibility in location.
  • The company is relatively young and dynamic, with a focus on innovation and data-driven decision making.

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Additional information

If you like the world of payroll and labor administration and want to continue growing professionally in a dynamic environment, we would love to meet you!

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