HR & Payroll Manager
Horizons Bulgaria is a leading recruitment and HR consulting company with over 20 years of experience in executive search, Employer of Record (EOR) services, and strategic HR advisory.
We are currently looking to expand our team with a skilled and experienced HR & Payroll Manager, who will be responsible for the operational management of human capital within the company and across our client accounts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing end-to-end payroll operations and HR administration for both internal employees and external clients under EOR agreements
- Ensuring full compliance with Bulgarian labor law, tax, and social security regulations, and proactively advising clients on local requirements
- Acting as a primary point of contact for international clients using our EOR services—translating global expectations into locally compliant employment practices
- Preparing, reviewing, and managing employment contracts, annexes, internal orders, and documentation in both Bulgarian and English
- Overseeing employment lifecycle processes: onboarding, offboarding, leave management, and document archiving
- Monitoring and updating HRIS and payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting
- Ensuring proper calculation and submission of mandatory declarations, sick leaves, and social security reports to the relevant authorities
- Providing professional support to employees, answering questions related to their contracts, salaries, benefits, and labor rights
- Collaborating with legal, finance, and client teams to anticipate risks and resolve complex HR and payroll issues
- Applying best practices in people management and helping clients create strong remote employee engagement strategies
- Supporting the continuous improvement of our EOR service model, contributing to client retention and operational excellence
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in HR administration and payroll (TRZ)
- Strong knowledge of Bulgarian labor and social security legislation
- Experience working with payroll and accounting software (Microinvest, BPS/TRZ, or similar platforms)
- Hands-on experience in managing electronic employee records (e-dossiers), including digital archiving and compliance with GDPR
- Previous experience in an EOR, PEO, BPO, or international HR service provider is a strong advantage
- Excellent communication skills in English – both written and spoken
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with a high degree of accuracy in document and data handling
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
- A positive, client-oriented mindset with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
The company offers:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Popular for the country benefits
- Remote work model
- Opportunity to work with international clients and exposure to global employment practicesSupportive, collaborative, and professional team environment
If you are interested in this position, please send your updated CV.Horizons owns license No 2118 from 27.09.2016.
