Job Description:
At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lifes. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.
Every person at Ferring works together to change lives and help people build families. Our corporate teams offer empowering, innovative, challenging and rewarding careers – we are motivated to make a difference. To reach our full potential we collaborate, and respect and value diverse contributions so that we can grow as an organisation and as professionals. Together we can influence the world around us to make life and work better.
Ferring + You
Ferring FSC is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our international team operating globally. As an EMEA Payroll Specialist, you will manage payroll data for multiple countries, primarily across European and Asia Pacific regions, while being open to other regions. Our Service Centre in Lagoas Park, Oeiras, is expanding to support European, Middle Eastern, and African countries.
As an International Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with local tax and labor regulations, and providing financial insights. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance payroll processes and systems.

Your Day at Ferring

• Process payroll transactions accurately and on time.
• Reconcile and validate payroll reports to ensure compliance and data integrity.
• Manage taxation of employer-paid benefits and oversee third-party payments and related reporting.
• Collaborate with payroll vendors and providers; support the implementation and optimization of payroll systems and processes.
• Conduct compliance checks, audits, and support month-end/year-end closing activities and reporting.
• Prepare and present complex HR and financial reports, including ad hoc operational reporting.
• Resolve employee payroll queries promptly and ensure adherence to internal SOPs and policies.
• Drive continuous improvement of payroll operations and serve as a key contact for internal and external auditors.

Behind our innovation… There’s You

• Up to 3 years of multi-country payroll experience, preferably in a shared services or CoE model.
• Strong understanding of payroll best practices, compliance, and confidentiality standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and familiar with Workday.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Other Qualifications:

• Required: English
• Plus: Another European Language or Arabic

People come first at Ferring

• Ferring commits to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love.
• Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role. Subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.
• Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents
• Extended support on family building journey
• Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together.

Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.
Behind our purpose… There’s you
If our mission and your vision are aligned, please apply!
We strive to build and maintain an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities and mutual respect for all employees regardless of their backgrounds and socioeconomic status.
Note to agencies: this search is being managed by Ferring’s Talent Acquisition team. Kindly do not send us spontaneous profiles.
Location:
Ferring Service Center Portuga

Please refer the Job description for details