People Trainee

Madrid, Spain (Hybrid)·Added 1 month ago

SAMY

13 open roles

What they offer

  • Internship contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    SAMY doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Italian

    The ad asks for Italian, or counts it in your favour.

  • Portuguese

    The ad asks for Portuguese, or counts it in your favour.

  • Romanian

    The ad asks for Romanian, or counts it in your favour.

  • Be near Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

The role

About SAMY

We weren't built to follow, we were built to lead.
SAMY is the global powerhouse redefining brand communication for a social-first world-helping brands stay relevant, shape culture, and build real connections at the speed the world moves. Since 2013, we've grown from a bold idea into a global force: 1,200+ experts, 17+ offices, 55 markets, 22+ countries. We launch 40+ campaigns a week, create one piece of content every minute, and generate +$500K in revenue every day.

We are Path Finders: curious, ambitious, and never afraid to challenge what's next.
We don't play it safe. We build what's next.
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Role Mission

Support the EMEA People Operations team in delivering seamless daily HR administration, payroll coordination, and employee lifecycle management across multiple countries. As a Trainee, you will gain hands-on operational exposure while maintaining accurate employee records and assisting senior team members with regional compliance.

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Requirements

Key responsibilities

  • Help gather, organize, and double-check monthly payroll inputs across different locations in coordination with internal leads and external providers.

  • Maintain up-to-date, compliant employee records across HR software platforms, including Personio, Deel, and ADP Celergo.

  • Act as a first point of contact for basic, routine employee inquiries regarding HR documentation, administrative workflows, and policies.

  • Support the archiving and maintenance of employment contracts, personnel files, and statutory documentation for countries in scope (e.g., Spain, Italy, Portugal, Romania).

  • Contribute to process optimization tasks by identifying administrative bottlenecks and helping refine People Ops team templates and guides.

  • Assist the People Ops team with day-to-day employee lifecycle tasks, including onboarding logistics, offboarding documentation, and profile updates.

Skills & experience

  • Educational background in Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related discipline.

  • Strong interest in international People Operations, employment administration, and basic European labor compliance (especially Spain).

  • High attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and comfort working with HR management software (e.g., Personio, Deel, ADP).

  • Excellent organizational skills and discretion when handling sensitive, confidential employee data.

  • Professional fluency in both English and Spanish; additional proficiency in Italian, Portuguese, or Romanian is a strong advantage.

Benefits

  • Work your way — Flexible schedule, and hybrid work.

  • Time that matters — Celebrate your birthday with a day off, plus company holidays on December 24th and 31st to recharge.

The SAMY Mindset
Forget the job description for a second. The real question is: are you a Path Finder? Bold enough to challenge what's possible. Collaborative enough to build it together. Driven enough to make it happen.

We don't just hire for roles, we hire for mindset. We look for people who communicate with honesty, collaborate without ego, embrace change with energy, and take real ownership of what they build.

We're not looking for people who think the same, we're looking for people who want to grow with us.
Here's what it actually looks like to belong here:
Be Kind — because respect, trust, and honest feedback make great teams stronger.
Go Beyond — because good is never enough when excellence is the standard.
Craft Together — because the best ideas don't happen in silos.
Enjoy the Journey — because growth lives outside the comfort zone.
Own It — because real impact starts with accountability.
If this feels like your kind of adventure, let's build something together.

Diversity & Inclusion
At SAMY, difference is not something we accommodate, it's what makes us stronger.
With a team made up of 70% women and more than 35 different nationalities, our different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences challenge our thinking, sharpen our creativity, and push us to build better work, and a better company.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to thrive. And if you need support or adjustments along the way, we'll make sure you have what you need to do your best work.

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About SAMY

SAMY is a global influencer and social media marketing agency that helps brands connect with modern audiences through research, creativity, and technology. With nearly 1,000 employees and offices in over fifteen locations worldwide, the agency services more than 55 markets, offering services in social media, influencer marketing, social commerce, and technology & CX. The company operates as a global collective, with a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and cultural relevance.

Industry
Influencer Marketing
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid
Website
samy.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • SAMY has offices in Madrid, London, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Milan, Seattle, New York, Miami, Helsinki, Kingston, Mexico City, Bogotá, Quito, Lima, São Paulo, Santiago de Chile, Buenos Aires, Berlin, Hamburg, and Cologne.
  • The company services over 55 markets, offering opportunities for international relocation and cross-border work.
  • SAMY emphasizes a culture of equality, respect, inclusion, and diversity, with a commitment to creating a welcoming workplace for all backgrounds.
  • The company has a global presence with offices in multiple countries, including Spain, the UK, the US, and several Latin American and European locations.
  • SAMY is a global collective with nearly 1,000 employees, indicating a large, established organization with potential for career growth.
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