Global People & Culture (P&C) Specialist

At WithSecure™, we protect businesses all over the world. Our SaaS solutions safeguard against modern cyber threats, and our innovative Co-security approach reflects our belief that true protection requires collaboration and shared expertise. No one can solve every cyber security problem alone. Our vision is to become Europe’s flagship in cyber security. Every day, our talented teams work to prevent cyber extortion, secure critical infrastructure, and prevent misuse of sensitive data. At WithSecure, it’s our people who make us exceptional – a diverse community that values passion, purpose, and a commitment to workplace well-being. If you’re ready to make an impact with a company that’s transforming cybersecurity, we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Global People & Culture (P&C) Specialist to join our international P&C Shared Service Center in Helsinki, supporting HR operations across 15 countries for a fast-growing SaaS company. You will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence, data accuracy, and delivering insights that empower our global teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a data-driven, tech-oriented HR environment, has strong analytical skills, and is comfortable leveraging digital and AI tools to drive smarter, more efficient people’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve HR transactions and employee requests via Jira, ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.
• Maintain, update, and audit employee data in Workday to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Coordinate payroll-related data and processes, ensuring correct and timely data flow between Workday, HR operations, and Payroll.
• Support HR data analysis to identify trends or inconsistencies and contribute to operational improvements.
• Administer employee benefits across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations and positive employee experience.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders to support data quality and operational excellence.
• Support digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives within the P&C SSC, leveraging automation and AI tools where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, GDPR requirements, and local employment regulations.
  
  

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years of experience in HR operations, analytics, or shared services (preferably in a multinational or SaaS environment).
• Demonstrated experience with Workday or comparable ERP systems.
• Hands-on experience using Jira or similar ticketing systems.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills – advanced Excel proficiency and HR data analysis expertise.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable navigating multiple HR platforms.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
• High attention to detail, data accuracy, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, global SaaS organization.
• Strong proficiency in AI technologies and tools.
• Proven experience in applying AI solutions to solve real-world business or technical challenges.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI-driven initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving AI technologies.
  
  

If you don’t tick every box above, don’t worry — we’re more interested in your potential and willingness to learn. The salary displayed on this page represents the starting point for the role. Final compensation is discussed individually and depends on experience, skills, and the local market.

What Will You Get From Us

• Meaningful work with real-world impact – your work helps protect businesses and critical infrastructure from modern cyber threats.
• Flexible ways of working, including up to 30 days per year working abroad and paid sick leave from day one.
• A strong focus on well-being, with mental health support and comprehensive benefits.
• Continuous learning, modern tools, and a people-first culture that values trust and collaboration.