Payroll & HR Operations Specialist (Dutch-speaking)

Full-time: 38 hours. Hybrid. Department: People Location: Amsterdam Reporting To: Payroll & Operations Team Lead Role Overview As a HR, Payroll & Operations Specialist, you will manage and oversee all aspects of HR Operations and Payroll processing. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. You will be expected to support in staying updated on changes in payroll and contractual laws and regulations and help implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance. You will be involved in preparing HR & payroll reports, resolving discrepancies, and providing support during audits. This role acts as the primary owner of employment contracts and serves as the official liaison with Dutch labour authorities to guarantee strict legal compliance. Key Responsibilities Contractual Lifecycle Management Prepare employment contracts, extensions, and legal onboarding packages in accordance with Dutch labour law and the CLA Agreement (Collective Labor Agreements). Execute all mandatory employment notifications (hiring, extensions, transformations, and terminations). Manage legal amendments, annexes, part-time/full-time transitions, and transfers, ensuring employee files are 100% compliant. Manage administrative and legal documentation for resignations and terminations. Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract administration, employee changes, and offboarding. Serve as a first point of contact for Employees and Managers regarding contractual and payroll procedures. Support payroll preparation by maintaining accurate Employee records and ensuring timely submission of payroll data. Administrate Employee benefits, pension schemes, leaver requests, and other employment-related programs. Coordinate and monitor absence management processes, including sickness, family leave, and statutory leave administration. Prepare employment contracts, letters, employer statements, and other HR documentation. Monitor compliance with employment legislation and internal policies, escalating risks where necessary. Identify opportunities to improve HR and operational processes, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Support organisational projects, including system implementations, policy updates, restructures, and change management initiatives Skills & Experience Required Minimum 2 years of experience in HR administration, employee lifecycle management, payroll support, or labour relations, preferably within the Dutch market. <li data-leveltext="●" data-font="Noto Sans Symbols" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"33