Junior People Operations Specialist

About Us
We are a European scale up dedicated to developing cutting-edge, automated wind-assisted propulsion systems. Our goal is to provide a turnkey solution for shipowners and shipping companies who seek to reduce fuel costs and emissions. Our vision is simple yet ambitious – we aim to power the world with wind.

Imagine a world where the vast oceans are effortlessly traversed using the clean and boundless power of the wind. At bound4blue, we are turning this dream into reality. We're not just creating wind propulsion systems but revolutionizing the maritime industry, one sustainable voyage at a time. While bringing sails back to ships may seem challenging, we are more than prepared for it. We are innovators who understand the perfect harmony between nature and technology.

About The Role
As a Junior People Operations Specialist at bound4blue, you will support the day-to-day labor, administrative, payroll, and People operations.

Your mission will be to ensure that People processes run smoothly and efficiently, that employee data is accurate, and that employees receive excellent support on administrative matters.

You will work closely with the Global People Operations Manager and gain exposure to labor, HR systems, payroll coordination, and employee experience.

This role is ideal for someone early in their HR career who wants to grow in People Operations within a fast-growing international company.

Key Responsibilities
People
Administration & Employee Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS and other systems.
• Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the HRIS, ensuring adoption and data hygiene.
• Manage and organize recurring employee documentation (contracts, payslips, certificates, PRL documents, training records).
• Assist employees with administrative queries related to absences, vacations, certificates, and personal data updates.
• Track employee attendance records, flagging anomalies and identifying root causes.

Payroll
& Labor Compliance Support

• Collect and validate payroll inputs (travel days, contract updates, voluntary tax changes, etc.) and support the monthly payroll cycle.
• Manage basic contract renewals and digital signature workflows.
• Track and document medical leaves (ITs), ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Keep updated records of employee travel days for international compliance purposes.
• Provide administrative support for interns and temporary staff.

Health
& Safety

• Upload and maintain CAE documentation across platforms, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate the processing of TA.300 forms, A1 certificates, and similar labor mobility requirements.
• Track and coordinate renewals of medical examinations.

Talent
Engagement & Onboarding

• Deliver an excellent onboarding experience: documentation, system setup, and coordination of welcome meetings with key teams.
• Assist in organizing internal activities, events, and engagement initiatives.
• Support internship recruitment processes as part of your development.

Cross-
functional Support

• Assist in preparing People-related documentation for audits, due diligence processes, or public funding applications.
• Support People team tasks in the ERP system (creation of suppliers, purchase orders, invoice follow-up).
• Track stock and distribution of company uniforms and PPE.

Requirements

• Degree or training in Labor Relations, Business Administration, HR, or related fields.
• 1–2 years of experience in HR administration, payroll support, or labor-related functions.
• Good understanding of Spanish labor law and HR processes, basic understanding of Chinese labor is a nice to have.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Service-oriented approach and proactive mindset, eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace; HRIS experience (e.g., PayFit) is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish; solid level of English.

What Awaits You At B4b

• Growth & Learning: Develop your HR skills in a supportive environment, with exposure to international labor frameworks and payroll systems.
• Purpose & Impact: Be part of a company driving real sustainability in maritime transport through wind-assisted propulsion technology.
• Team & Culture: Join an international, people-driven team that values transparency, collaboration, and professional growth.

bound4blue develops automated wind-assisted propulsion systems as a turnkey solution for all shipowners and shipping companies seeking to reduce fuel costs and polluting emissions. bound4blue's eSAIL system is a validated solution for saving fuel and emissions, completely autonomous, with low maintenance and easy installation onboard, being the most cost-efficient wind propulsion technology today.