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Multi-Country Senior Payroll Specialist (Madrid or Lisbon based)

On-site in Madrid·Added 3 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Rovensa Group

5 open roles

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English
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Other languages
French, Portuguese
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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The role

Rovensa is a global leader of sustainable solutions for agriculture with a great history and an ambitious dream: to feed the planet by helping farmers to produce healthy and nutritious food for all, all over the world.

Safety, Empowerment, Ethics, Dedication and Striving are our SEEDS. It defines how we work every day, and the responsibility we all have towards our colleagues, our customers, our farmers, our business partners, and our planet.

We are determined to keep our SEEDS growing. We need the right people on our team - those that love what they do and strive to contribute to Rovensa's mission.

So, if you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, plant our SEEDS with us and grow along the way, while cultivating a better future for the next generations.

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Your Mission

Ensure accurate, timely and compliant end to end payroll delivery accross and international country portfolio, with primary responsability for Portugal, France, Ireland, Italy,Egypt and South Africa, while ensuring consistency, governance and service excellence across other lower-volume countries.The role combines multi-country payroll operations with employee administration, data quality, provider coordination, and continuous process improvement.

Your Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the HR Shared Services Manager, you will be responsible for :

  • Manage end-to-end payroll operations across multiple international countries, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll delivery through ADP Celergo.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for payroll matters, resolving employee and manager queries while ensuring a high level of service.
  • Validate and control payroll inputs, including employee data, salary changes, variable compensation, benefits, absences, tax and statutory deductions.
  • Monitor payroll calendars, approvals, reconciliations and controls, ensuring compliance with deadlines and audit requirements.
  • Manage employee administration throughout the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, contractual changes, benefits and personnel records.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee information across HR and payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
  • Prepare payroll reports and KPIs, support recurring HR reporting, and drive process standardisation, automation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in HR enhancements and projects.

The Talent We are looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, you have at least 7 years of demonstrated experience in Payroll Specialist and HR administrative role.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll operations, controls and employee administration.
  • Advanced experience with ADP Celergo is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with multiple countries and external payroll providers.
  • Strong Excel, digital and HRIS skills.
  • Fluent English plus French or Portuguese is essential. Spanish is desirable.
  • High attention to detail, confidentiality and service orientation.
  • Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

  • A challenging and demanding project within a corporate and international environment, aimed at making a positive impact on the agricultural industry.
  • Competitive salary package (fixed + variable) based on experience, along with social benefits.
  • Meal vouchers, private medical & life insurance.
  • Hybrid work model (2 days remote per week) and flexible working hours.
  • Nursery voucher & more products through flexible remuneration.
  • Continuous training and professional development opportunities.
  • Growing together to sow a greener future, with healthy and nutritious food for everyone.

If you are a motivated person, eager to continue developing yourself, and your experience matches the responsibilities mentioned, don't hesitate to apply for this job offer.

We are waiting for you!

Rovensa Group is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Rovensa Group makes hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Please note that, for equity compliance purposes, sometimes and depending on the jurisdiction, our Group follows specific criteria related to hiring processes, when mandatory. Therefore, we are aware of our local duties, worldwide - feel free to consult your local laws and ask any questions to our HR representatives.

About Rovensa Group

Rovensa Group is a global agricultural solutions company specializing in biosolutions, crop nutrition, and crop protection. With a portfolio of established brands and a presence across multiple continents, the group focuses on sustainable and innovative products that support farmers and the broader agri-food value chain. The company operates through a network of subsidiaries and commercial teams, positioning itself as a key player in the transition toward more sustainable agriculture.

In Spain, Rovensa Group has a significant operational footprint, with its Spanish headquarters in Madrid and additional offices in key agricultural regions. The company's work culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, making it an attractive employer for international professionals with expertise in agronomy, research, and commercial roles. As the group continues to expand its biosolutions portfolio, it offers opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career growth within a dynamic, international environment.

Industry
Agricultural Solutions
Founded
2019
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Lisbon, Portugal
In Spain
Madrid, Valencia, Murcia

Good to know if you are moving

  • Rovensa Group has a global presence with operations in over 20 countries, offering international mobility opportunities.
  • The company is headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal, but has a major hub in Madrid, Spain, where many corporate and R&D roles are based.
  • As a growing player in the biosolutions sector, Rovensa offers roles in agronomy, research, and commercial functions, appealing to professionals with a passion for sustainability.
  • The group's diverse portfolio of brands and subsidiaries provides a dynamic work environment with exposure to multiple markets and cultures.
  • Spain is a key agricultural market, and Rovensa's local presence offers relocating professionals a chance to work closely with leading agri-food companies and research institutions.
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