Senior HR/People Operations Specialist (m/f/d)

The role is based in Lisbon (hybrid model).

About the Role

* Act as the first point of contact for employees, People Partners, authorities, and external providers on topics such as contracts, benefits, and employee lifecycle administration.
* Support the end-to-end payroll process by collaborating with our external payroll provider and assisting employees with payroll-related queries.
* Manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, including contract administration, documentation, references, and process improvements.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in Workday and personnel records, ensuring data quality and compliance.
* Ensure compliance with Portuguese employment law and internal policies, minimizing risk and partnering with Legal when required.
* Drive the optimization and automation of People Operations processes, including employee data changes, documentation management, and reporting.
* Collaborate closely with HRBP, Payroll, Legal, Recruitment, and global People Operations teams to ensure consistent processes and deliver local implementation of global initiatives

About You

* 5+ years of experience in HR Administration, People Operations, or HR Shared Services roles, ideally within an international and fast-growing environment
* Degree in Human Resources, Economics, Psychology, Social Sciences, Pedagogics, or a related field
* Solid knowledge of Portuguese labour law; knowledge of UK labour law is a plus
* Hands-on experience with HRIS/HRMS systems; Workday experience is highly desirable
* Strong understanding of payroll processes, including payroll preparation, validation, and coordination with external payroll providers
* A proactive, hands-on mindset with a strong sense of ownership, attention to detail, and a drive to continuously improve processes
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization in a collaborative, international environment
* Fluent in Portuguese and English, both written and spoken

We recognize that everyone carries a unique set of valuable skills and experiences. If you think you could have an impact even though you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We want to hear from you!

What We Offer

* Travel perks: 12 free Flix vouchers + 12 discount vouchers for friends & family.
* Work from (M)Anywhere: Depending on your role, work from another location for up to 60 days per year.
* Hybrid work model (50/50): We are an office-first company, but we offer flexibility to balance work and life.
* Wellbeing support: Access confidential 1:1 counselling, courses, and stress management for yourself and up to four family members.
* Learning & Development: Take advantage of language classes, training courses, and expert-led sessions to grow your skills.
* Mentoring Program: Connect with experienced colleagues to gain insights and accelerate your career.

To view more local benefits specific to each office location, please check out this link: Locations - Flix Career

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Why Join Flix?

At Flix, you’ll find teams that rally together to overcome challenges and spark creativity. We believe in ownership culture - giving you the freedom to take initiative, make an impact, and shape your own career path.
As we continue to expand across the globe, you can make a real difference in how we work.

If you’re ready to grow and lead your journey, Flix is the place for you!