People Operations Experte (m/w/d)

We are looking for an experienced People Operations Expert to join our People Operations team to manage, owning the end-to-end employee experience for HR queries, transactions, and processes. This role blends a strong service ethos with hands-on knowledge of Spanish payroll and employment legislation, ensuring full compliance with labour law and statutory requirements. Whilst being the local expert in Spain, the role will collaborate closely with an international HR team.

We operate a hybrid working policy, with at least 3 days per week in the Madrid office.

Key responsibilities and Authorities

• Manage Spanish payroll with external provider
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and manages via the HR ticketing system, owning resolution from intake to close queries within agreed SLAs
• Ensure compliance with Spanish labour law, tax and social security regulations
• Prepare, review, and manage employment offers, contracts, and contract changes
• Oversee time & attendance, absences, parental leave, and sickness administration in Workday
• Coordinate statutory reporting and audits
• Act as the main contact for payroll, benefits, and HR administration queries
• Support employee lifecycle administration (onboarding, changes, offboarding)
• Liaise with tax advisors, payroll vendors, and external authorities when required
• Champion a continuous improvement mindset - proactively flag friction points in existing processes and propose fixes
• Partner with the wider People Operations and People Business Partner teams to ensure consistent, joined up support across the employee journey

Technical and cross Competences (Optional)

• 3-5 years' experience in payroll and HR administration in Spain
• Solid working knowledge Spanish labour law and payroll processes and regulations
• Experience with HRIS / payroll systems (Workday is a plus) - comfortable working with a ticketing/case management tool (desirable)
• Experience managing HR administration in other European countries is a plus
• Fluent English is mandatory
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail, proactive, focus on excellence, strong communications skills and able to work autonomously

Travel Requirements

Irregular travel, once or twice per year to UK or within Europe.

Pay and benefits

At Nadara, we're committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

Our rewards package reflects that commitment, including flexible ways of working, continuous learning and development opportunities, and initiatives focused on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

We recognise effort and dedication, and we make sure it's matched with fair pay and meaningful benefits - join us and be part of an international renewable energy company that invests in both your personal and professional growth.

Salary range: 35K-45K + variable bonus and benefits

The compensation range indicated in the job posting represents an estimated average range for the position. The final remuneration will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, skills and qualifications, in accordance with EU pay transparency.

Equality and equity

Nadara is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). We believe that a truly sustainable future is built by diverse minds and voices, and we want everyone to feel they belong and can thrive.

Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, skills, and potential, and pay is determined fairly - considering each individual's experience, qualifications and contribution.

Together, we're building an inclusive culture where everyone has the chance to make an impact, because when people thrive - so does our planet.

What we expect from you

We're looking for people who share our passion for making a difference: curious minds that are eager to learn, grow and take ownership.

If you bring initiative, commitment and a collaborative mindset, we'll give you the space and support to flourish.