Senior Specialist, People Operations

TL;DR

Senior Specialist, People Operations (Workday/AI): Executing and improving employee lifecycle operations across EMEA with an accent on Workday data integrity, compliance, benefits administration, and audit readiness. Focus on managing complex cases, automating recurring workflows with AI-enabled tools, and maintaining accurate downstream payroll, compensation, and reporting data.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK; candidates must be located within commuting distance of the London office. The role supports People Operations across the EMEA region, including the UK, Spain, Lithuania, Romania, and Israel.

Company

hirify.global is a global payments enablement and software company serving clients across education, healthcare, travel, and B2B markets.

What you will do

• Execute accurate, timely employee lifecycle transactions, including hires, changes, terminations, and mobility-related processes in Workday.
• Own employee data integrity and resolve discrepancies affecting payroll, compensation, reporting, and benefits.
• Support regional benefits administration and maintain compliance with applicable labor laws and policies.
• Perform quality checks and support SOX and other audit activities through rigorous documentation and data governance.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement scalable workflow improvements using Workday, automation, and AI-enabled tools.
• Act as a key contact for lifecycle inquiries and collaborate with Payroll, Finance, Global Mobility, Benefits, and global People Operations teams.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in People Operations or HR Operations.
• Advanced hands-on experience with Workday transactions, data governance, and reporting.
• Experience managing employee lifecycle processes in audit-conscious environments; SOX exposure is preferred.
• Working knowledge of labor laws and compliance requirements in at least two or three EMEA markets, specifically the UK, Spain, or Romania.
• Hands-on adoption of AI tools, automation, or modern software solutions to improve operational efficiency.
• Fluent English, written and verbal. Exceptional precision, judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative global environment with FlyMates from more than 40 nationalities.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Wellbeing programs including mental health support, wellness activities, and fitness classes.
• Competitive time off, volunteer days, and Digital Disconnect Days.
• Talent and development programs for current and aspiring managers.

Hiring process

• Meetings with the Hiring Manager, peers, and the department VP.
• Skills assessment followed by guidance from a Talent Acquisition Partner throughout the process.