Freelance Senior HR Administration & Payroll

Brussels City Temporary Work from home View Job Description
As Freelance Senior Payroll & HR Administration, you will take ownership of the operational payroll and HR administration activities while providing senior guidance to the existing team. You will supervise day-to-day activities, support the implementation of new tools and processes, and ensure payroll and HR administration remain compliant with Belgian legislation and internal requirements.

Added 10/09/2026

  • Lead payroll and HR administration in a complex Belgian environment
  • Combine hands-on payroll expertise with team supervision and process improvement

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international FMCG organisation with a strong presence in Belgium and a well-established People & Organisation function. Within its Belgian HR team, a dedicated Payroll & HR Administration department is looking for a senior professional to ensure operational continuity, guide the team and further strengthen its payroll and administration processes.

Job Description

As an Freelance Senior HR Administration & Payroll, your responsibilities are:

  • Supervise and guide the Payroll & HR Administration team in daily activities ;
  • Oversee contract administration, pension administration and employee changes ;
  • Manage and review severance pay, allowances, 13th month and annual bonus processes ;
  • Guide the implementation of a new time & attendance solution, ensuring Belgian compliance ;
  • Supervise the junior team member responsible for the Protime implementation ;
  • Implement internal audit recommendations and strengthen HR administration processes ;
  • Review and improve payroll processes, including the relationship with payroll providers ;
  • Work hands-on with SAP and ensure accurate, compliant and timely HR administration ;

The Successful Applicant

A successful Freelance Senior HR Administration & Payroll should have:

  • Senior experience in Belgian payroll and HR administration ;
  • Proven hands-on experience with payroll-related operational processes ;
  • Strong knowledge of Belgian social legislation and payroll practices ;
  • Experience supervising or coaching junior payroll/HR administration professionals ;
  • Familiarity with CP200 and Belgian employment conditions ;
  • Experience with time & attendance systems; Protime experience is a strong plus ;
  • Structured, hands-on and comfortable taking ownership of operational matters ;
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work independently ;

What's on Offer

Our customer offers you:

  • Senior freelance assignment with immediate start
  • Opportunity to lead payroll and HR administration improvements and projects
  • Professional environment with a strong focus on compliance, process optimisation and team development
Contact
Kristof Abikhalil
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7099874

Job summary

Sector
Human Resources
Sub Sector
HR Payroll
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Brussels City
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Kristof Abikhalil
Job Reference
JN-092026-7099874
Remote or office
Work from home

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