People Operations & People Process Specialist (Fixed-term contract)

Optimal on behalf of PepsiCo is seeking a People Operations and People Process Specialist based in Athens for a one-year fixed-term contract.

Scope of Role

As a People Operations and People Process Specialist you will join the Greece & Cyprus People Function team. The role supports a variety of administrative operational and data-related activities contributing to accurate People data effective HR processes compliance with internal control requirements and the smooth delivery of operational support to managers and People Business Partners.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with GR&CY Control Environment requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and records.
• Create update and maintain organizational charts and workforce-related documentation.
• Coordinate and submit job evaluation requests and track outcomes.
• Perform regular People data validation and quality checks to ensure the accuracy and integrity of employee information.
• Gather consolidate and analyze data required for key People processes including the Performance Management Process (PMP) People Planning Process (PPP) and other talent initiatives.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR processes and self-service tools including supporting the use of myServices and ticket submission procedures.
• Create and maintain employee-related records and documentation.
• Prepare presentations reports and dashboards on People and business topics.
• Support Annual Operating Plan (AOP) preparation through headcount validation and workforce data reviews.
• Help manage HR service tickets and support issue resolution with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with ad-hoc HR projects reporting requests and operational initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Economics Psychology or a related field. Academic background in Human Resources will be considered an advantage.
• Previous experience in HR Operations HR Administration Shared Services or a similar support role. Experience working with HR systems and ticketing platforms will be considered an advantage.
• Excellent command of English (both written and verbal).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.
• Highly organized data-driven customer-focused and comfortable supporting HR processes working with data ensuring process compliance and collaborating with multiple stakeholders.

What the Company Offers

• The opportunity to join a leading multinational company in the global food and beverage industry gaining valuable experience within a dynamic People Function team.
• Collaboration with managers People Business Partners and multiple internal stakeholders in a multinational environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of People Operations and HR processes including HR systems data analysis reporting and operational initiatives.
• A competitive remuneration package.

About Optimal

Since 2005 Optimal has provided unparalleled bespoke HR services to large organizations and SMEs operating in the EMEA region. We pride ourselves on delivering a 360 business support platform to our clients through 6 service divisions:

• Talent Acquisition
• HR Strategy & Talent Development
• Learning & Development
• Workforce Management
• Recruiting
• Outplacement

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