WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

• Manage and oversee payroll processes for all countries in the EMEA region
• Ensure timely, accurate and compliant delivery of payroll (and associated processes) across the EMEA region
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of local labor laws, regulations and best practices related to payroll and total rewards administration
• Review and maintain payroll records and reports
• Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure payroll systems are optimized for efficiency
• Assume primary responsibility for payroll related audits in the EMEA region
• Assume primary responsibility for implementation of payroll related projects in the EMEA region

• 10+ years of experience in payroll management across the EMEA region
• Previous payroll experience in EMEA is essential/required
• Strong understanding of EMEA payroll practices and regulations
• Experience managing a team of payroll professionals
• Proficient in using payroll and HRIS software, with the ability to analyze and interpret payroll and HR data (Workday and ADP Celergo preferred)
• Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with local and regional HR and Finance teams
• Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Finance, Accounting or HR strongly preferred

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 12/19/26, although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

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