Arkadium is hiring a
Junior People Operations Coordinator

Summary

The Junior People Operations Coordinator will support various HR functions at Arkadium, including onboarding, employee relations, office administration, and more. The role is ideal for someone with a passion for people, detail-oriented, and eager to grow their career in Human Resources. The position is based in Lisbon and offers competitive compensation, health insurance, meal allowance, personal development budget, additional budget for conferences, professional coaching budget, time off during Christmas and New Year, and Summer Fridays.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in Human Resources or similar role
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in both English and Portuguese
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level support for all Arkadian inquiries related to any HR policies and procedures
• Support with office operations, including maintaining office supplies and ensuring a smooth work environment
• Assist in onboarding of new hires to maximize immediate on the job impact
• Assist in payroll processing and benefits administration
• Take part in our events committee meetings and actively contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of internal celebrations and events that inspire people to think, laugh, share, and create memories
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies
• Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding activities plus employee recognition fulfilment
• Support People innovation team on any special project or key strategic initiative
• Stay updated on HR trends and best practices

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Portuguese labor law and regulations is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with structured performance and career development check-ins
• Meaningful health insurance (medical, dental & vision plans)
• Meal allowance
• Personal development budget to fuel your passions and desire to learn (Arkadians are taking classes in not only Excel and leadership, but also interior design and even swimming!)
• Additional budget for conferences you are interested in
• Professional Coaching Budget
• Time off from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day so we can all enjoy the holidays
• Summer Fridays: 4 Fridays off throughout the Summer to have more fun in the sun
• A unique culture of transparency, true teamwork and fun