Human Resources Officer

Job summary :

The Human Resources Officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the HR team. This role combines hands-on execution of HR transactional and administrative tasks with ownership of process accuracy compliance and high-quality employee service. The HR Officer works closely with the HR Manager to support operational excellence and continuous process improvement across the employee lifecycle.

What is Absolute Internship

In less than a decade Absolute Internship has formed into a powerful and reputable program for university students leading the industry in Barcelona Beijing Hong Kong Lisbon London Madrid Paris Seoul Shanghai Singapore Stockholm and Tokyo.

Absolute Internship is a pioneering firm and we work with great companies to provide students the opportunity to develop both their personal and professional skill set and inspire them to follow their passions in an international environment with other students from all around the globe.

Our complete internship programs allow students to step out of their comfort zone gain insight into their industry of interest in an international work environment meet industry leaders and build their professional network.

Our program is frequently featured as an industry leading internship program on highest rated media outlets such as New York Times BBC Bloomberg Reuters and Sky News.

Why work with us

There is work that is exciting but doesnt offer any chances for a long-term career.
There is work that pays well but is boring.
There is work and jobs with a career journey that offers no flexibility.
and then there is this job that is not only versatile promotes creativity and flexibility team spirit and entrepreneurial thinking but can also be the start of an inspiring international career.

Does this sound interesting

Who we are

• Were travelers innovators thinkers and doers
• We help students discover the world
• Open and collaborative we all work together
• Were small but mighty and global - we have programs all around the world
• Our Absolute company culture is vibrant international diverse and definitely unique

Who you are:

• An implementer. You ensure every project is executed efficiently and effectively and tackle obstacles with a positive can-do attitude.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented you excel at maintaining high-quality work with minimal errors even under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments you can shift gears quickly and meet short deadlines while staying adaptable and focused
• Personable and approachable you communicate effectively with stakeholders offering creative solutions to concerns and building strong relationships.
• You bring a balance of polish and individuality showing up prepared detail-oriented and ready to collaborate.
• Skilled in tracking and managing data; experience with HRIS databases is a strong advantage.
• You have strong time management and organizational skills a positive attitude and a growth mindset aligned with our mission of supporting students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee general office operations to ensure a smooth welcoming and well-functioning environment for all employees and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with local tax social security and employment regulations.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing ensuring accuracy compliance and timely payment to all team members.
• Manage employee compensations and benefits
• Maintain accurate records and manage company IT equipment for remote and in-office employees including distribution retrieval maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Administer Google Workspace (G Suite) accounts: create and delete user accounts manage access permissions monitor storage usage and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Track monitor and audit office inventory including supplies furniture and equipment; coordinate vendor orders and ensure proper stock levels.
• Assist with policy interpretation and workplace issue resolution.
• Partner with benefits providers and leadership to optimize programs communicate policy updates and support employee engagement initiatives.
• Lead the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires ensuring a smooth transition and positive employee experience.
• Plan and support internal events and team-building activities to promote a positive work culture.

IDEAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator very detail oriented highly professional well organized a passionate team player good under pressure and fast on their feet.

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field.

• 23 years of experience in HR operations HR administration or a related role.

• Familiarity with payroll processes and compliance

• Experience with HRIS systems and HR software is a plus; proficiency in data management and reporting.

• Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Knowledge of Spanish employment law and HR compliance requirements.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.

• Fluency in English and Spanish

• Entrepreneurial spirit and intellectual curiosity

• Comfortable speaking to people on the phone and in-person

• Positive Attitude You think nothing is impossible

• Goal oriented You possess an acute sales instinct and aim to exceed your goals

• Driven You are confident take initiative and venture into uncharted territory

• Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple competing requests

• Excellent communication skills in both written and oral

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Absolute Internship is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued celebrated and respected. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled individual to our team!