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About the role

Our Payroll Simplification team, composed of 3 people, is integrated in the Human Resources department and focuses on delivering HR services including Payroll & Benefits Administration in collaboration with Time 2 Pay (T2P) project global team. As a Payroll Simplification Project Specialist, you will work on evolving the future of Payroll and Time for Solvay Group, simplification and continuous improvement to support the journey of changing the global landscape of both Time Management & Payroll solutions. You will get the opportunity to deliver essential parts of the T2P Project on time & budget and have a positive impact on Solvay Group. You will be accountable for: Ensuring key milestones of the T2P project are met, and facilitating and driving simplification workshops Identify, measure & analyze opportunities for simplification in the way payroll & time activities are performed, deep diving into the current state (‘As-Is’) and challenging the status quo to simplify processes in alignment with global standards Design and pilot solutions with a hands-on approach, minimizing the impact on existing teams Deploy solutions for documentation, training, RACI & governance, by also ensuring change and necessary communication link to the project in partnership with the HR Communication Officer & HR Partner Follow-up on and ensure the correct application of the toolbox and methodology in each part of the project, while also supporting solutions stabilization (troubleshooting, monitoring) Contribute to the globalization of Time & Payroll activities We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

 

About you

Relevant education degree or equivalent in Business Administration. Relevant work experience of 2 to 5 years in Payroll Projects or similar. Competencies: SAP HR knowledge Payroll knowledge & experience in multiple countries is a plus Project experience could be consulting experience Fluent English (written and spoken) Continuous Improvement methodologies Behaviors: Continuous Improvement mindset Adaptability Ownership

 

About the pay and benefits

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Portugal base pay reasonably expected for this role is 32,480 EUR to 44,500 EUR (Annual Base Salary), your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives. Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage. Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support. Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
 

 

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition. At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

 

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