HR Payroll Admin

HR & Payroll Admin Paris, France ABOUT KERTEN HOSPITALITY Kerten Hospitality (KH) is an end-to-end lifestyle hospitality operator creating bespoke destinations, lodging, experiences and communities while optimising operations and driving profitability for savvy investors with a strong commitment to sustainability. KH transforms destinations through impactful partnerships with Lodging, Food & Beverage, Retail, Entertainment, Art and Wellness brands with a focus on building Ecosystems, and unique community-centric destinations, which connect International & local travellers. The Group’s current pipeline of lodging includes projects in numerous countries in the Middle East, Europe, and North Africa region. An expanding development pipeline of more than 55 lodging projects representing over 4,500 keys planned across our international development pipeline. Our Impact Every destination we develop and every concept we bring to life is driven by purpose and rooted in ESG, locality, sustainability, innovation, meaningful collaborations, that nurture ecosystems supporting community growth, guided by our values of Connection, Curation, Innovation, and Leading the Way . ABOUT THE ROLE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage day-to-day HR administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records, contracts, and personnel files, ensuring accuracy and data integrity across all HR systems. Oversee payroll administration by collecting, verifying, and processing attendance, leave, and overtime data in a timely and accurate manner. Support the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding of new team members. Maintain and communicate HR policies and procedures in compliance with local labor laws and company standards. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and day-to-day employee relations matters, handling them professionally and escalating to regional HR when necessary. Coordinate training sessions, track attendance and completion rates, and support performance review cycles. Support employee engagement initiatives, including recognition programs, wellness activities, and internal communications. Prepare and maintain HR reports, trackers, and documentation as required by property and regional leadership. Liaise with property management to ensure HR practices align with daily operations and business needs. Ensure compliance with company policies and local regulatory requirements across all HR and payroll processes. EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 2–4 years of HR and/or payroll administration experience, preferably in hospitality or a service-driven environment. Solid knowledge of local labor law, HR compliance requirements, and payroll regulations. Experience with HRIS systems, payroll platforms, recruitment tools, and MS Office Suite. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in payroll processing and record management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a hands-on, service-oriented mindset. Fluency in English and French; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage. JOINING OUR TEAM MEANS Competitive Compensation : A rewarding package tailored to your experience. Career Growth : Opportunities for advancement within our dynamic organisation. Inclusive Environment : A vibrant and inclusive workplace that encourages collaboration. Shared Purpose: Working with passionate people who live our values every day — connecting, innovating, curating, and leading the way together. Apply CRAFT YOUR CAREER. - Kerten Hospitality