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HR Specialist Personaladministration / Payroll - ALDI Shared Services (m/w/d)

ALDI Nord Deutschland Services GmbH & Co. KGEssen, Nordrhein-Westfalen🇩🇪GermanyPosted 9 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact at a market-leading company while enjoying an attractive salary, a hybrid work model with up to 40% remote flexibility, and comprehensive mobility benefits. You will thrive in this position if you are a detail-oriented payroll expert who enjoys a high degree of creative freedom and values continuous professional development through a dedicated internal academy. Apply today to join a high-performing team where your expertise in personnel administration will be supported by a culture of strong work-life balance and long-term career security.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

HR Specialist Payroll & Personal Administration | Essen, Germany | Hybrid We are seeking an experienced HR Specialist for Payroll and Personal Administration to join a dynamic shared services team supporting a globally recognized leader in the retail industry. This role is crucial in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and the efficient administration of employee data, contributing to a positive employee experience. The Role • Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring compliance with all legal and contractual regulations. • Prepare and issue employment contracts, references, and meticulously maintain employee records and archives. • Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and leadership, advising on payroll, labor law, and social security matters. • Act as the key liaison with health insurance providers, social security agencies, and authorities, managing all reporting and certification requirements. • Collaborate with the accounting department to prepare and reconcile payroll data, including journal entries and provisions. • Review and implement changes in payroll regulations and processes, ensuring continuous compliance. • Analyze current HR administration processes and identify opportunities for optimization and digitalization. What You'll Need • Completed commercial apprenticeship and several years of experience in payroll or HR administration. • Solid understanding of current labor, income tax, and social security legislation. • Proficiency in MS Office, with a strong command of Excel. • Familiarity with HR management and payroll software, preferably SAP HCM or P&I Loga. • High level of commitment, strong service orientation, initiative, and ability to work independently. • Excellent teamwork, reliability, and resilience. • Proven stakeholder management and problem-solving skills. • Enthusiasm for digital HR transformation. What's On Offer • A hybrid work model with flexible hours and up to 40% remote work opportunity. • 30 days of annual leave for a healthy work-life balance. • Support for mobility through a subsidized Deutschlandticket or travel allowance. • Access to continuous learning and development opportunities through the ALDI Academy and eLearnings. • A secure position within an innovative and collaborative work environment with attractive benefits. Apply via Haystack today!

Skills

Labor Law
Payroll
Stakeholder Management

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