Senior People Operations Specialist

TL;DR

Senior People Operations Specialist (HR Operations): Managing end-to-end employee lifecycle and HR systems for the EMEA region with an accent on Workday optimization and local compliance. Focus on automating workflows, implementing core People systems, and driving process improvements using AI.

Location: Hybrid in Madrid, Spain

Company

hirify.global is the leader in digital employee experience management software, providing IT leaders with insights to proactively optimize employee digital experiences.

What you will do

• Serve as a People Operations partner for the EMEA region, providing consultative support across the employee lifecycle and local compliance.
• Act as a subject-matter expert for the implementation and ongoing optimization of Workday, including configuration and testing.
• Design and deliver new People Team programs and initiatives, supporting change management across EMEA.
• Identify and drive automation opportunities to streamline HR workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Collaborate with regional and global partners to ensure consistent practices and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in People Operations.
• Strong expertise in Workday or similar HRIS systems.
• Knowledge of European labor laws.
• Analytical thinking and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Madrid office (Hybrid)

Nice to have

• Multilingual skills.
• Background in benefits management.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent contract with a competitive compensation package.
• Hybrid work model with centrally located offices in Madrid.
• Private Health Insurance (Sanitas) and daily meal vouchers.
• Unlimited vacation in addition to 23 days of standard holidays and 3 volunteer days.
• Gym subscription allowance and flexible compensation for childcare and public transportation.
• Reimbursement of up to 50% for English and Spanish classes.