Human Resources Specialist

Job Title: HR Specialist

Location: La Hulpe, Belgium

Duration: 6 months with possible extension

Languages: Dutch, French and English

Work mode: Hybrid

Job Description:

• Strong experience in hard HR, particularly payroll administration, benefits, and social legislation
• Must have studied in Belgium
• Mandatory knowledge of eBlox
• Solid understanding of Belgian employment law, especially JC200
• Fluency in French or Dutch with a good understanding of the other
• Excellent English (spoken, written, and reading)

1. Payroll & Benefits Management

• Manage end-to-end payroll and benefits for one or more business groups in Belgium:
• Collect and process monthly payroll data in Workday and eBlox
• Handle payroll for expatriates in collaboration with external tax advisors and Rewards team
• Conduct 4-eyes checks on payroll input completed by peers
• Provide social documents (e.g., DRS, C4) to employees
• Coordinate with insurance providers for coverage during leaves (maternity, paternity, illness, etc.)
• Work closely with the team to ensure timely payroll task completion

2. Employee Support & Liaison

• Act as a point of contact for payroll, benefits, and social law-related questions
• Keep intranet information updated for employee reference

3. Projects

• Participate in ad-hoc HR projects (e.g., early retirement programs, works council requests)

4. Social Legislation Expertise

• Provide guidance on payroll and social legislation
• Liaise with relevant authorities (social security, unemployment offices, etc.)
• Stay informed about legal updates and ensure compliance
• Recommend improvements to align with new or changing legislation

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in payroll, consulting, or analysis
• Fluent in French or Dutch with good knowledge of the other
• Excellent English skills (spoken, written, and reading)
• Mandatory knowledge of eBlox
• Solid understanding of Belgian employment law, especially JC200
• Experience with Workday is a plus
• Strong analytical mindset and solution-oriented approach
• Independent, proactive, and eager to learn
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
• Detail-oriented with a customer service mindset and stress resilience

QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED UPON SUBMISSION

1. What is your experience in payroll administration in Belgium?
2. What is your level of knowledge and experience with eBlox?
3. Did you study in Belgium, and do you have a solid understanding of Belgian employment law, particularly JC200?