nLighten is a leading European edge data centre platform operating across key markets throughout Europe. Founded in 2021, we are redefining digital infrastructure through our vision of being Close, Coupled and Connected, bringing sustainable, highly connected data centres closer to the businesses and communities we serve. As a fast-growing company, we are helping power the future of AI, cloud and digital innovation across Europe.
We are looking for a
Junior Payroll Administrator
to serve as the key liaison between Finance and Human Resources, overseeing and managing the payroll process for all team members. This role requires a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. The primary responsibilities include managing the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accurate payroll data is collected and processed, and driving continuous improvements where possible. The Payroll Administrator will collaborate closely with managers and team members to gather essential information. Experience with payroll systems is needed, but training will be provided.
Responsibilities Paying the salaries of all our EU team members timely and correctly; Working with several EU Payroll Service Providers in Germany, the Netherlands, UK, Belgium, Switzerland, France and Spain. We are expanding in the next years which means other countries might be added; Calculating wages, deductions, and benefits accurately and ensuring compliance with tax regulations and company policies; Onboarding and offboarding new team members: give new hires a warm welcome, invite new team members to the onboarding training, provide and stop access to systems such as HR Information System to see the org chart and personal details, expense system, holiday system, etc. Inform relevant departments/parties with necessary team member information for requesting IT equipment, entrance badge, meal vouchers, lease cars, background checks, for fun stuff, etc. Prepare the employment agreements and letters for changes like salary increases, leavers, change of hours etc. Maintaining the HR Information System Hi-Bob with all changes (new hires, leavers, other mutations); Maintaining dashboards for data visualization and reporting of team member data; Assisting with the integration of new projects and systems; Suggesting improvements on policies, procedures, processes, EU comp & benefits; Aligning team member data with the finance department.
Requirements Internship, placement year, or up to 1 year of professional experience in Payroll, Finance or Accounting; Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; Excellent knowledge of English is necessary; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Excellent command of MS Office (and Excel in particular) is required; Can manoeuvre well in a fast changing dynamic company; Interest in improving policies, procedures and processes; Analytical skills, detailed, willingness to work in a team and by objectives with a problem-solving mindset; Takes ownership and works independently.
Why Join Us? Join a fast-growing European data centre platform shaping the future of digital infrastructure. Work with experienced colleagues across multiple European markets in a collaborative, international environment. Take meaningful ownership and help nLighten scale with precision, accountability and continuous improvement.
Background Check & Screening All selected candidates will undergo a background check to ensure a safe workplace, protect company assets, and comply with regulations.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement nLighten is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Even if you do not meet every requirement listed, we welcome your application. We particularly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
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Junior Payroll Administrator in Amsterdam werkgever: nLighten HQ BV
nLighten is een uitstekende werkgever die een dynamische en internationale werkomgeving biedt, perfect voor professionals die willen bijdragen aan de toekomst van digitale infrastructuur. Met een sterke focus op samenwerking, innovatie en continue verbetering, biedt nLighten niet alleen een impactvolle leiderschapsrol, maar ook volop mogelijkheden voor persoonlijke en professionele groei. Werken in Nederland bij nLighten betekent deel uitmaken van een snelgroeiende organisatie met een inclusieve cultuur en de kans om echt verschil te maken in de sector.
