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Expert Payroll and Administration Manager

On-site in Madrid·Added 11 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

Iberia

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Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Spanish
Fluent
Experience
2+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

Your role:

As an expert Payroll and Administration manager, responsible for providing support in Payroll Management and related processes such as social security and taxes.

What you'll do

Your challenges:

  • Ensuring the correct execution of payroll and personnel administration processes with a high level of technical expertise, acting as a reference in regulatory interpretation and validation of critical data.
  • Ensuring the accuracy of labor, contractual, and compensation information in corporate systems and contributing to the continuous improvement of People processes.
  • Expert in payroll calculation and review, managing salaries, deductions, taxes, and salary variables in accordance with current regulations.
  • Performing expert control of hires, terminations, and changes, ensuring consistency across Social Security, contracts, payroll, and tax withholdings (IRPF).
  • Clear focus on internal clients and on the transformation of area processes.

Your knowledge

  • Experience of more than two years in Payroll will be valued, along with knowledge of end-to-end HR Administration management processes.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel.
  • Experience with SAP and SuccessFactors as Employee Central and Payroll tools.
  • Management, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Adaptability to change.
  • Experience in data analysis.

About Iberia

Iberia is the flag carrier airline of Spain and one of the largest airlines in Europe, operating a broad international network from its hub at Madrid-Barajas Airport. The company is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), alongside British Airways, Vueling, and LEVEL, and is a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. With a fleet of over 100 aircraft, Iberia serves more than 100 destinations across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East, and is a major player in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, with its own hangars and workshops in Madrid.

Iberia has a significant presence in Spain, with its headquarters and main operational base in Madrid, and a major maintenance hub in La Muñoza. The company is a key employer for aviation professionals in Spain, particularly for engineers, technicians, and pilots. For international hires, Iberia offers a multicultural work environment and the opportunity to work in a leading European airline, with roles ranging from aircraft maintenance and engineering to commercial and digital positions. The company's culture emphasizes technical excellence and operational safety, and it is a relevant option for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry
Aviation
Founded
1927
Employees
20,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca

Good to know if you are moving

  • Iberia is part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), a multinational holding, which can offer opportunities for internal mobility across its airlines (British Airways, Vueling, etc.).
  • The company's official working language is Spanish, but English is widely used in technical documentation and in many operational areas, making it accessible for international professionals.
  • Iberia has its own MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) division with large facilities in Madrid (La Muñoza), offering specialized roles for aircraft maintenance engineers and technicians.
  • The company runs a specific training program for new maintenance technicians (Programa de Formación), starting in October, which can be an entry point for international candidates.
  • Many roles, especially in engineering and maintenance, require EASA Part-66 licenses or equivalent certifications, which are internationally recognized and can be a valuable asset for professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

Our company

We are the largest Spanish airline and leader between Europe and Latin America; we belong to the IAG airline group and are part of the oneworld alliance. Our goal is to always be the best travel option for our customers and to make them feel that what matters most to us is their safety and the quality and experience of their journey. In addition to the airline, we also have aircraft maintenance as a complementary business.

At Iberia, we value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.

Talent at Iberia:

We value that our professionals are an example of behaviors for customers, but also within the team. We expect all new hires to be an example of these.

  • We are one and diverse: You work in a coordinated, open, and collaborative manner pursuing a common goal in a diverse and inclusive environment.
  • We put soul and passion: You make things happen by fully committing to everything you do.
  • We reinvent tomorrow: You look for new and different ideas to solve problems.
  • We connect with our customers and colleagues: You always want to go a step further than expected with a smile and a pleasant manner.
  • We make it simple and efficient: We focus on what's important, analyzing situations and eliminating what doesn't add value.
  • We carry safety in our DNA: We work with the attention and care of the first day: in every ground operation, in every flight. We know the processes and apply them rigorously.

Additional information

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Iberia, we are one and diverse. We are a faithful reflection of today's society and have teams with very diverse profiles that enrich us to be more creative and innovative.

We believe in talent without labels and are fully committed to offering the same professional opportunities to everyone. Therefore, all decisions in our selection processes are based exclusively on the competencies, skills, and knowledge necessary for the performance of the position.

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