People Operations Specialist - EMEA

Company Description

At Endava, technology is our how, and people are our why. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with global brands to deliver digital innovation - backed by a people-first mindset.

Job Description

Position Snapshot:
We’re looking for a proactive People Operations Specialist to join our team and deliver top-notch support across our EMEA CTC locations, with a strong focus on the UK and Ireland. In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for smooth, efficient, and employee-focused People processes - ensuring our people feel supported at every stage of their journey.

Work setup: The role is hybrid. Candidates must have valid work rights and be able to work from one of our office locations: Chisinau, Sofia, Cluj, Bucharest, Iasi, Gdansk or Krakow.

What You’ll Do

• Keep the wheels turning – Manage daily People operations: contracts, onboarding, job changes, absences, and offboarding.
• Be the benefits guide – Administer compensation & benefits programs and provide clear answers to employee questions.
• Work your Oracle magic – Maintain accurate data, approve changes, generate insights, and drive system improvements.
• Handle the details that matter – Keep personnel records accurate and all employee lifecycle administration on point.
• Payroll expert – Process employee changes and prepare monthly payroll reports.
• Prioritize safety – Manage workplace health and safety documentation.
• Support mobility – Help with international assignments and relocation paperwork.
• Stay compliant – Ensure all employment practices align with contracts, company policy, and local laws.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Education: University degree.
• Experience:
  • At least 3 years in People/HR operations, ideally with remote work experience.
  • Strong Payroll processing experience.
  • Proven international exposure, working across different countries, cultures, or regions.
• Knowledge: Strong grasp of employment law and HR policies; payroll and benefits know-how.
• Tech skills: Confident with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); Oracle experience is a plus (training available).

Your Strengths

• Analytical thinker with problem-solving flair.
• Meticulous and detail-driven.
• Persistent, organized, and able to work with autonomy.
• A natural collaborator who thrives in a team setting.
• Strong time manager who can juggle multiple priorities.
• Skilled at building relationships and communicating effectively across cultures and geographies.
• Excellent English (B2+).

Additional Information

🌍 Why Join Us?

• Diverse scope: Supporting international People operations
• Meaningful impact: Help shape and deliver a seamless employee experience
• Supportive culture: Collaborate with a people-focused, high-performing team
• Comprehensive package: including private medical insurance, sports allowance, wellbeing programs, and the Share Success Plan - plus additional local perks tailored to your country.

If you’re excited to contribute to high-quality People Operations in a global environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something meaningful.

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.