People Operations Specialist

Join Lepaya!

We’re looking for a People Operations Specialist to join our international People team — someone who is energized by the opportunity to combine hands-on operational excellence with advisory support. In this role, you’ll work closely with the People Business Partners for our Commercial and Finance departments to support employee relations, while taking ownership of critical People Ops processes and the monthly payroll cycle across five countries. You’ll be an essential contributor to our employee experience, ensuring smooth operations, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll achieve in your first year

• Own and manage the monthly payroll process across five European countries (FR, NL, DE, UK, CH), working with our global payroll provider (Remote) and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payments;
• Take ownership of 3 key operational areas (Onboarding, Contracting, Mobility & Immigration)
• Prepare and manage employment documentation while maintaining accurate up-to-date employee data in our HR systems - we use Personio, ensuring data integrity across platforms;
• Become the go-to contact for employee queries related to People topics in the departments and operational areas you support;
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g. IT, Talent Acquisition, Legal, Finance) and external vendors (e.g. Your Talent Agency, LComp, TravelPerk) to deliver seamless employee support;
• Collaborate closely with the People BP for Commercial and Finance to support employee relations topics within those departments (e.g. internal transitions, sick leave, employee cases, and exit interviews);
• Support broader People & Culture topics and initiatives, with a focus in H2 2025 on culture, growth & development, and reward & recognition.

What you’ll bring

• Experience with HR- & payroll processes across European markets
• Familiarity with employee relations support, especially in collaboration with HR Business Partners and line managers;
• High attention to detail and confidence in handling data accuracy, systems, documentation, and reporting — including proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, HRIS, and payroll platforms;
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills;
• Strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach to employee support;
• Fluency in English and Dutch.

Why you’ll love this journey at Lepaya

• A challenging role in a vibrant international scale-up
• Our work-to-live scheme, which prioritizes health and wellbeing
• Unlimited holidays and Lepaya Fridays – every other Friday, a day for yourself
• Flexible hours and a hybrid working arrangement, we expect you to work from our office at least 3 days a week
• Work from anywhere for 8 weeks/year
• Fun activities where you can interact with colleagues, such as Ski trips, team meetings, lunches, and many more!
• Lots of opportunities to learn and grow, including internal career development:
• • Access to our Lepaya Academy to help you upskill
  • An internal hiring program to help you advance

Our mission

At Lepaya, we empower professionals to thrive in their careers and lead happier lives, driving businesses to new heights. Every member of our team contributes to transforming the way organizations develop their talent. Our specialized academies support employees at every stage of their journey. Combining human expertise with cutting-edge software, our platform integrates advanced learning seamlessly into daily workflows. With nearly 1 million individuals upskilled at companies like KPMG, Dell, and L’Oréal, and backed by $80 million in funding, Lepaya is shaping the future of professional development. Join our global, fast-growing team as we aim to be the largest upskilling platform worldwide!

What does it mean to be a Lepayaan?

We succeed together. We act and come up with solutions. We build for growth. We exceed expectations. We create meaningful impact.

How we live DE&I

At Lepaya, our diverse team embraces professionals of all backgrounds. We prioritize an inclusive environment where every member is valued and empowered. We're dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion through initiatives like our Diversity Charter and internal DE&I team. Your unique perspective is celebrated, ensuring you feel supported and encouraged to be yourself at work.