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Planet · Hybrid · Porto - Portugal

About Us

Planet is a leading technology company transforming payments by putting customer experience first. We offer integrated solutions that include payment processing, VAT refunds, dynamic currency conversion, and management services for merchants in the Retail and Hospitality sectors worldwide.

In recent years, we have experienced significant growth, expanding our services and global presence. 

With strong private equity investors, Advent International and Eurazeo, we have the financial capital and expertise to grow our capabilities and reach through acquisitions.

Our mission is to create a world of connected commerce where payments are simple, secure, and seamless, enabling our partners to deliver exceptional experiences to their customers. 


Role overview

  • Deliver payroll processes and procedures
  • Deliver high-quality customer service
  • Manage questions from employees, outsource suppliers and internal and external stakeholders
  • Escalation point in case of Payroll Manager absence

What you will do 

  • Manage and control vendor relationship, to provide accurate and timely processing of the monthly/bi-monthly/weekly payroll for countries in scope of responsibility
  • Review accuracy and completeness of payroll data which needs to be processed
  • Control payroll results delivered by payroll vendors, manage timely approvals and payment processing by relevant stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain relationships through effective and timely communication with internal and external customers
  • Commit to the existing payroll processes, procedures and policies and suggest changes for improving the responsiveness, efficiency and accuracy.
  • Actively participate in the scheduled transition projects
  • Act as a backup to other Payroll Specialists
  • Act as a backup to Payroll Manager

Who you are

  • Experience in processing international payrolls and working within global payroll services and teams
  • English / German / French / Spanish / Portuguese speaker
  • Ability to complete work assignments within required time constraints and meet critical deadlines
  • Ability to take responsibility for the team's work during the absence of the payroll manager

Why Planet:

Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Come and grow your career in the most exciting, fast paced technology market, with a business that delivers feel-good connected commerce. We would love to hear from you – Apply now.

At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.
 

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.

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About Planet

Company Background Planet provides integrated software, payment and technology solutions for its customers in the Hospitality and Retail sectors and worldwide via a network of global Financial Services Partners. Founded over 35 years ago, we have evolved our services, delivering an innovative digital commerce platform that puts customer experience first. With headquarters in London and around 3,000 expert employees located across six continents we serve customers in over 120 markets.

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