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Sr. People Operations Excellence Partner

Department:People
Location:Barcelona
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About the opportunity

We’re looking for a

Sr. People Operations Excellence Partner

to make sure our People processes run smoothly, are compliant, and can scale as we grow. In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for Workday, help us streamline and automate how we work, and support key programs like performance management, succession planning, and DEI initiatives. Your work will make a real difference in creating a high-performing, inclusive culture where people can do their best from day one.

In this role, you will:

  • Systems & Tooling:

    Be our Workday super-user – testing, configuring workflows, building reports, troubleshooting issues, and making sure our teams know how to use it.

  • Automation & Process Improvement:

    Spot opportunities to simplify and automate People Ops processes (like benefits, knowledge management, and documentation) and help roll out scalable solutions.

  • Process Documentation:

    Keep our core People processes clear and consistent by creating and maintaining up-to-date documentation.

  • Audit & Compliance:

    Make sure our processes tick all the compliance boxes and support audits with accurate data, documentation, and system checks.

  • Talent & DEI Projects:

    Help drive our talent and DEI programs – from performance cycles to succession planning and probation assessments.

  • Reporting & Insights:

    Build dashboards and reports that give our teams visibility and insights to make better decisions.
 

What you need to be successful:

Background & Experience: 
  • 3–5 years’ experience in People Ops, HRIS, or HR project roles.
  • Solid knowledge of Workday HCM and reporting (bonus if you’re certified).
  • Experience with other HR tools, systems, or automation platforms.
  • Good understanding of HR compliance, benefits, and process documentation.
  • Familiarity with performance management, succession planning, and DEI work.
  • Experience supporting audits and keeping data and systems accurate.
  • Strong multitasker with high attention to detail and quality.
  • Great communicator in English (German, Spanish, Italian, or French are a plus).
  • Confident working with different stakeholders and teams.
  • Comfortable in fast-changing, dynamic environments.
Soft skills: 
  • Detail-oriented, structured, and organized.
  • Collaborative and approachable, with a service mindset.
  • Curious and proactive, always looking for ways to improve things.
  • Resilient and adaptable – you don’t mind change.
  • Accountable and reliable – you take ownership and follow through.

What’s in it for you:

  • Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors 🚀.
  • Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation. 
  • As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account. As well as subscriptions for friends and family members.    
  • Additional day of annual leave for each year of service.  
  • A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses. 
  • A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.

Who we are:

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use. We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do.  We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

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Equal Opportunities:

 We recognize that our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring to our workforce. We strive to build talented and diverse teams to drive our business success and empower our people to reach their full potential. We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages. We're committed to creating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued and respected, free from harassment and discrimination. If there's anything you need to make the application process work for you, please let us know by reaching out to candidate.exp@n26.com.  Visit our website to learn more about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at N26.
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