Company Description

Alpadia Language Schools is a Swiss company with an international vision, devoted to excellence in teaching languages to enrich students' futures. Inspired by our multifaceted and multilingual country, we create an unparalleled student experience encouraging language development through immersion.

Present in Switzerland, France, Germany and England, we create a vibrant environment to foster connections, enhance experience and inspire imagination. Alpadia Language Schools offers all year-round courses for adults and summer camp junior programs. Each year, our schools welcome more than 6,000 students from all over the world.

In 2019, Alpadia became part of the Kaplan Languages Group, one of the largest global chains of English language schools. Alpadia continues to work as an independent agency within the KLG group.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a CH/ FR Payroll & Administrative Specialist.
The aim of this position is to ensure that payroll operations are handled accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with legal regulations for our France and Switzerland language camp seasonal staff.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

Payroll Management

Processing payroll accurately and on time for the CH Spring camp and CH Summer Camps in collaboration with our local fiduciary in Switzerland.Processing payroll accurately and on time for the FR Summer Camps in collaboration with our local fiduciary in France.Manage payroll and tax implications for employees residing in one country but working in the other.Calculate and process salaries for our Alpadia School in Montreux on monthly basis in collaboration with our local fiduciary in Switzerland.Ensuring compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and organizational policies.Assisting employees with payroll-related questions and resolving issues promptly.Communicating updates regarding payroll policies.

Administrative & Compliance

Maintain employee records in accordance with Swiss / France data protection laws.Ensure compliance with both Swiss and French labor laws, tax regulations, and social security systems.Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with data protection regulations in both countries (e.g., GDPR).Effectively communicate with employees and external agencies (e.g., tax authorities)Assist with French and Switzerland administration employee’s registrationEstablish work certificate when requested.

 

Other tasks (during non-peak periods)

Support on different logistics tasks in the HQ KLG office.WD support & administrationSupport with any task related to HR

Qualifications

Essential

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with potential employees and build positive relationshipsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in French and EnglishExcellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to work independently and to deadlinesAbility to understand and use key ICT packages relevant to the role

 

Desirable

Previous payroll experience, ideally in a high volume, seasonal organisationExperience of working in payroll field in France and/or Switzerland

Additional Information

What we offer you:

The opportunity to develop your skills in an international environment, in the exciting field of language travelA young and dynamic work atmosphereAn environment where corporate ethics and sustainable development matter

Place of work: Barcelona

Start date: March 2025 or when possible

Type of contract: Fixed term contract (March until August 2025)

Activity rate: Full time