Payroll Analyst (Remuneration & Benefits) - People & Culture

Santander·Boadilla del Monte, Spain

What they offer

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Santander doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Boadilla del Monte for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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About the role

Payroll Analyst (Remuneration & Benefits) - People & CultureCountry: Spain

Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a high-impact global brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the center of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what is possible.

This is more than a strategic shift. It is an opportunity for motivated professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

Our mission is to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture, and we expect all our professionals at every level to take a proactive and responsible approach to risk management.

People & Culture is looking for a Payroll Analyst (Remuneration & Benefits) based in Boadilla del Monte (Madrid).

You will join the Remuneration and Benefits team, forming part of the team responsible for managing payroll and processes associated with the group of pensioners (early retirees and other related groups). You will participate in the operational management, control, and continuous improvement of these processes, contributing to ensuring a rigorous, efficient, and employee-oriented service.

The position plays a key role in the correct execution of payroll processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, data quality, and the evolution of processes toward a more efficient, scalable model supported by technological solutions.

We are shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration, and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

What you'll do

  • Managing and supporting payroll processes and operations associated with the group of pensioners.

  • Ensuring the correct execution of payroll processes within a control environment, regulatory compliance, and data traceability.

  • Reviewing, validating, and maintaining the quality of data impacting the payroll processes of the group, contributing to operational reliability and reporting.

  • Collaborating in identifying operational risks, areas for improvement, and inefficiencies in current processes.

  • Driving initiatives for simplification, standardization, and automation of tasks to reduce manual workload and improve service scalability.

  • Working in a coordinated manner with internal areas, technical teams, and technology to implement solutions that meet service needs.

  • Supporting the documentation and updating of procedures, controls, and operational workflows in the area.

  • Contributing to a quality service for employees and stakeholders, maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and attention to detail.

  • Monitoring and resolving incidents and cases related to the group's payroll, ensuring a reliable, consistent, and timely response.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

We are looking for a professional with proven experience in Spanish payroll management, with an interest in continuous improvement and process transformation through digital tools and automation.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

What we're looking for

  • Between 2 and 4 years of professional experience in payroll management processes in Spain, preferably in corporate environments, HR consulting, or shared services centers. (Required)

  • Experience in executing, reviewing, and validating monthly payroll processes. (Required)

  • Practical knowledge of the main processes and cases associated with payroll management in Spain. (Required)

  • Experience working with sensitive and confidential information, ensuring proper management and protection of personal data. (Required)

  • Spanish. (Required)

  • Intermediate English (B1-B2). (Required)


HARD SKILLS

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookup formulas, data analysis and validation). (Required)

  • Knowledge of payroll processes and the Spanish labor regulatory framework related to compensation management. (Required)

  • Ability to analyze, validate, and interpret payroll information and data, identifying incidents, deviations, and opportunities for improvement. (Required)

  • Proficiency with digital tools and a technological orientation for optimizing operational processes. (Required)

  • Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and participate in the definition and implementation of solutions that increase operational efficiency, data quality, and service scalability. (Required)

Nice to have

  • Participation in initiatives for continuous improvement, simplification, or automation of operational processes. (Valuable)

  • Knowledge or experience with automation tools and process improvement, such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, VBA, or similar solutions. (Valuable)

What you'll get

Your contribution matters and is recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know that rewards go beyond numbers.

  • We enable our teams to go further through global opportunities and expansive career paths.

  • Flexibility that works. Enjoy hybrid work models, with some days remote and others in person with your team, along with flexible hours.

  • Lifelong learning. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning hub: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)

  • Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, keeping you motivated to grow with us.

  • Financial benefits. Enjoy preferential banking conditions, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.

  • Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness program, we promote holistic well-being.

  • We know that family comes first. That's why we offer childcare support and family programs tailored to every stage of life.

  • Always by your side. Access Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.

  • Additional benefits. Gym membership/WellHub, medical centers at some of our facilities, meal allowance, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that's just the beginning: we'll tell you more when you join!

We are here to keep you motivated, help you achieve your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.

Hiring process

If this sounds like a role that interests you, please apply.

SOFT SKILLS

  • Analytical, organized profile with attention to detail, capable of managing high-impact, high-volume recurring processes.

  • Proactivity and initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and process optimization.

  • Ability to work in a team and collaborate with different business and technology areas.

  • Internal client orientation and service vocation.

  • Capacity for continuous learning and adaptation to new processes, digital tools, and technological solutions.

Additional information

Santander is proud to be an organization that provides equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, marital status, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.

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About the company

Santander

Santander

Banking and Fintech

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Spanish company
210000 employees