HR Payroll Specialist – Europe

TAKKT Group

. Support monthly payroll in Germany, as well as selected payroll activities in other European countries .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeStuttgart • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processes, particularly in Germany, with a strong focus on HR operations and reporting. Proficient in collaborating with international teams and managing HR data effectively across European countries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

German Payroll ProcessesHR OperationsWorkdayReporting and HR DataMultilingual Communication

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Hard Skills

Payroll AdministrationPersonnel AdministrationEmployee Master Data ManagementTime ManagementAbsence ManagementHR ReportingData Analysis

Soft Skills

Meticulous ApproachStructured Work StyleCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR Systems

Industry Keywords

European PayrollHR ProcessesInternational Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support monthly payroll in Germany, as well as selected payroll activities in other European countries
Coordinate and collaborate with local HR teams and external payroll providers across Europe
Prepare HR and payroll reports and compile relevant metrics
Support HR operations activities, including contracts, employee master data, time management, and absence management
Contribute to the harmonization, digitalization, and further development of European payroll and HR processes
Work closely with HR Business Partners, HR Operations, and local stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional experience in payroll, HR Operations, or personnel administration
Good knowledge of German payroll processes; experience with additional European countries is an advantage
Strong affinity for numbers and an interest in reporting and HR data
Structured, meticulous, and independent approach to work
Experience with Workday or comparable HR systems is an advantage
Very good command of German and English
Enjoy working with international teams and across different European countries

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive compensation and benefits package
Flexible working hours and hybrid working (60% on-site)
International collaboration and exciting HR topics
Modern workplaces and an open, appreciative company culture
Individual development and training opportunities
Opportunity to shape the further development of our European HR and payroll processes
Family services for a range of life situations
Active commitment to sustainability and social responsibility