HR Operations Specialist

WorkMotion

HR Operations Specialist managing employee lifecycle and compliance for Belgian and European employment. Collaborating globally with clients, employees, and stakeholders in remote-first environment.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇧🇪 BelgiumMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary HR advisor for assigned countries (primarily Belgium), managing complex employment matters throughout the employee lifecycle and acting as a trusted point of contact for both clients and employees.
Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations by providing expert guidance, maintaining country-specific processes, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions where needed.
Deliver a high-quality employee and client experience by resolving HR queries, supporting key employment events, and providing practical, business-focused solutions.
Drive operational excellence through continuous process improvement, standardisation, and optimisation of HR procedures across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Payroll, Finance, Product, and external partners to ensure seamless delivery of HR services and scalable solutions.
Support reporting, audits, HR administration, knowledge management, and strategic projects that contribute to the success and growth of the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Lifecycle Management, HR Advisory, or a similar client-facing HR role.
Strong working knowledge of Belgian employment law and HR practices, with the ability to confidently advise and lead on employee lifecycle matters, compliance requirements, and employment-related risks.
Ability to balance customer needs, compliance requirements, and business objectives in a fast-paced international environment.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Fluent in English and Dutch or French or German (written and spoken).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global, remote, and thriving: We're a global team of talented individuals spread across 24 countries. Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.
Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.
Get fit and stay active: Whether it’s yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog—work out on your terms, at a discount with our subsidised gym memberships.
Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. With our Training & Development Allowance, you’ll have all the opportunities you need to keep expanding your skills and knowledge.
Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups!
Diversity is our superpower: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
*Benefits vary depending on location due to local laws and regulations.

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR OperationsEmployee Lifecycle ManagementHR AdvisoryCompliance RequirementsEmployment LawRisk ManagementProcess ImprovementHR AdministrationKnowledge ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationStakeholder ManagementProblem-SolvingCustomer ServiceCollaborationAdaptabilityLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalytical ThinkingInterpersonal Skills