HR Operations Generalist

Description

Summary: Support efficient and compliant HR and office operations by managing employee lifecycle processes, payroll coordination, and administrative workflows in a broad, hands-on role. Highlights: 1. International and collaborative work environment 2. Broad and hands-on role with exposure to HR and operations 3. Opportunity to contribute to the growth of PNO Portugal **What are you going to do?** ----------------------------- Ensure efficient and compliant HR and office operations by supporting employee lifecycle processes, payroll coordination, administrative workflows, and local office management activities. * Manage HR administration activities including onboarding, offboarding, contracts, and employee documentation * Support payroll and benefits coordination with external providers * Maintain and update employee records and HR systems (Personio) * Handle leave administration, reimbursements, and operational HR support tasks * Support office operations including suppliers, facilities, and administrative coordination * Track invoices, expenses, and other office\-related administrative processes * Act as a first point of contact for employees regarding HR and office\-related questions * Support internal processes, compliance activities, and team engagement initiatives Do you have any questions about this position? I’d love to tell you more about it! Please contact me. **What do we offer you?** ------------------------- * International and collaborative work environment * Broad and hands\-on role with exposure to HR and operations * Opportunity to contribute to the growth of PNO Portugal * Flexible hybrid working model * Dynamic and supportive team culture * Learning and development opportunities * High level of autonomy and responsibility * Competitive salary package between €25,000–€28,000 gross/year, aligned with experience and background **About you** ------------- * 1–4 years of experience in HR administration, HR operations, or office operations roles * Exposure to payroll coordination, contracts, and employee administration * Strong attention to detail and structured way of working * Comfortable handling operational and administrative tasks in a fast\-paced environment * Experience with HR systems (e.g. Personio) and good Excel skills * Strong communication skills in English (mandatory) * Proactive, reliable, and service\-oriented mindset * Experience in an international or multi\-country environment is a plus **About us** ------------ PNO Innovation is the leading innovation and funding consultancy in Europe. With our broad sector expertise, generative AI tools and more than 40 years of experience in national and European grants, we help give space to good ideas and make innovation happen. PNO Innovation employs more than 600 professionals across offices throughout Europe: Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the UK. What started more than 40 years ago as a student project in the Netherlands has grown into a European industry leader with a focus on creating sustainable impact.