Description
At Catawiki, every day brings the extraordinary. We're a one-of-a-kind marketplace for buying and selling special objects. Each week, more than 100,000 unique items are auctioned, all carefully curated by our in-house experts.
We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Operations Specialist to join our People team in Lisbon. In this hybrid role, you'll support the People Operations Team with a full range of tasks related to our employee lifecycle processes while owning the accuracy and execution of our people operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage a full range of day-to-day employee life cycle processes, including on-/off boarding, issuing contracts and amendments, and first-line support for employees' requests.
- Ensure our HR system is up to date and maintained accurately.
- Prepare and send employment agreements and change letters.
- Maintain and improve operational documentation, including policies and SOPs.
- Serve as a first point of contact for employee queries related to policies, benefits, leave, etc.
- Ensure compliance with local labor law regulations and CBAs, with a main focus on Portugal.
- Actively support the People Operations team in reducing administrative tasks via clearer processes and automation.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in People Operations or similar roles.
- Fluency in English to a professional business level, both spoken and written.
- Hands-on experience managing high-volume onboarding and offboarding processes, ideally covering the full employee lifecycle.
- Strong knowledge of Portuguese HR Operations, including local HR processes, employment practices, and labour legislation.
- Knowledge of HR Operations in France, Italy, and/or other European countries is a plus.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing needs.
- Proactive, hands-on, and solution-focused mindset, with a willingness to take ownership, solve problems, and go the extra mile.
Benefits
- Create a visible impact by working at scale in a global organisation serving millions of customers across 80+ categories.
- Learn and grow through our Learning & Development initiatives, including clear development plans and mentorship programmes to support your career progression.
- A culture of connection defines us. We're a passionate, diverse team of 800+ Catawikians representing 60+ nationalities.
- Celebrate life's moments with us. You'll receive a €100 Catavoucher when you join, a €50 Catavoucher on your birthday, and an extra day off each year to 'Pursue Your Passion'.