- Junior
- Bureau à Porto
?? Join GKN Automotive – Global Leader in Drive Systems
?? Please note: CV’s should be submitted in English.
?? Location: Porto – Hipercentro Areosa Business Park
?? Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office)
Applications close Sunday 7th September
?? About GKN Automotive in Porto
Since 2020, our Global Business Services (GBS) center in Porto has been supporting global operations across Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, and more.
With 300+ employees from 23 nationalities, we are proud of our diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
We are committed to:
✅ Delivering sustainable value through standardized and digital processes
✅ Investing in career development through training, coaching, and learning platforms
✅ Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement
✅ Supporting local communities through volunteering and social initiatives
???? The Role: HR Shared Services Specialist – Portuguese & English Speaking
As an HR Shared Services Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for employee inquiries, ensuring smooth and compliant HR operations.
You’ll work closely with HR colleagues and other departments to deliver a positive employee experience.
?? Key Responsibilities
- Manage and prepare HR-related documents
- Maintain and update employee data in HR systems
- Respond to employee queries in a timely and professional manner
- Support HR programs, including onboarding and offboarding processes
- Maintain compliance with internal policies and employment regulations
- Bring up complex queries to senior HR team members when needed
- Provide administrative support across various HR functions
- Collect and analyze HR data to support reporting and insights
- Build and maintain strong internal client relationships
?? Who You Are
To succeed in this role, you bring a customer-focused attitude, strong organizational skills, and a passion for HR operations.
✅ Requirements
- Fluent Portuguese & English speaker
- 12+ months of experience in a customer-facing HR role
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle) is a plus
?? Our Offer
This is a superb opportunity to work in a truly multicultural environment and be involved in all phases of the global project lifecycle.
We offer:
?? Competitive compensation & benefits package
?? Annual performance bonus
??️ Meal allowance
?? Birthday off
?? Generous annual leave
?? Private medical insurance
?? Modern office facilities (social, dining & relaxing areas)
?? Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
?? Employee Assistance Program (for employees & family)
??️ Language courses
?? Ongoing career development & progression support
⚡ Why GKN Automotive?
We are leading change in our sector, using our talents and experience to lead the way in sustainable solutions for the next phase of the automotive industry.
Our people are at the heart of our success.
If you're excited by the opportunity to develop the future of mobility — and make a positive impact on the environment and society — come and help us accelerate the future, together.
?? About GKN Automotive
GKN Automotive is a global leader in eDrive technologies — the architects of an electrified future.
With over 250 years of innovation, we’ve pioneered technologies that made front-wheel drive and efficient all-wheel drive systems possible.
Today, we are at the forefront of mass production of advanced systems for electrified vehicles, collaborating with global automotive manufacturers to deliver tailored, high-performance eDrive solutions.
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