People and Culture Specialist – Fixed Term

Zalando

People and Culture Specialist managing HR lifecycle and culture initiatives in Dublin for Zalando. Engaging employees and ensuring smooth HR operations within a dynamic tech hub.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeDublin • 🇮🇪 IrelandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the end-to-end HR lifecycle, from engaging first-day onboarding and relocations to probation check-ins and exit interviews.
Resolve employee queries with empathy, and proactively write/update localized knowledge articles to drive self-service.
Manage monthly payroll data entry, local benefits, and all standard HR administration.
Own the local events calendar, internal communications, and wellbeing initiatives to create a vibrant site culture.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of HR Operations experience, specifically in payroll and benefits administration.
You are a culture champion with a strong interest or background in event coordination.
You are tech-savvy with HRIS platforms (Workday, SAP, ServiceNow) and have a solid grasp of Irish employment law.
You are a highly organized problem-solver and an empathetic communicator who thrives in a dynamic tech environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

40% off products sold and shipped by Zalando
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation per year to start
A one-time allowance to set up an ergonomic workstation (outside of Zalando office)
Health & Dental Insurance (opt-in)
Pension Trust Fund (opt-in)
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Cycle to Work Scheme
Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
Employee shares program
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options, including Gympass
Mental health support and coaching available
Professional development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer reviews

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR Operationspayroll administrationbenefits administrationevent coordinationproblem-solvingemployee onboardingexit interviewsdata entry

Soft Skills

empathycommunicationorganizationculture champion