Payroll Specialist | Hybrid Reading

Opentext - The Information Company

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

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At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

Your impact

As a Payroll Specialist within the HR Shared Services Team EMEA, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payrolls across the UK, Italy, and other EMEA regions. You’ll collaborate with internal HR and benefits teams, as well as external vendors, to support payroll operations, streamline processes, and contribute to a seamless employee experience.

What The Role Offers

• Opportunity to manage payrolls across multiple EMEA countries, including the UK and Italy
• Collaboration with HR Centres of Excellence, Finance, and third-party vendors
• Involvement in project management, audit activities, and acquired company integration
• Exposure to payroll governance and process improvement initiatives
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth
• A supportive team culture focused on delivering excellent service

What You Need To Succeed

• Minimum 2 years of experience in UK payroll processing
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and MS Office
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and build strong relationships
• European language skills are a plus, but not required

One last thing

OpenText is more than just a corporation; it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned.

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [email protected]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.