Payroll & Benefits Officer

ph3Who We Are /h3 pAt OPENLANE, we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. We’re a technology company, building the world’s most advanced — and simple — digital marketplace for used vehicles. We’re a data company, helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use. And, we’re an innovation company accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. OPENLANE offers its customers, the best digital marketplace for used cars in Europe. Our B2B clients enjoy operational excellence when working with us. /p h3Our Values /h3 ul liDriven Waybuilders: We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create and innovate. /li liRelentless Curiosity: We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience. /li liSmart Risk-Taking: We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition. /li liFearless Ownership: We deliver what we promise and learn along the way. /li /ul h3What are we looking for? /h3 pWe're looking for a Payroll Benefits Officer who thrives on accuracy and enjoys managing the details that make a big difference to employees. You understand that payroll and benefits are more than administrative processes. They are a key part of the employee experience, and you take pride in getting them right. /p pIn this role, you'll navigate the complexity of supporting multiple European countries, legal entities, benefit plans and payroll providers. You enjoy working with data, systems and processes, while also being a trusted point of contact for employees and managers who count on your expertise and support. /p pYou'll fit right in if you're highly organized, service-minded and proactive, with a strong eye for detail and a genuine interest in international payroll and benefits. You like collaborating across teams, continuously improving processes and building expertise in a dynamic European environment. /p h3What are your

key responsibilities
? /h3 ul liCoordinate accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple European countries, legal entities and employee populations. /li liAdminister a broad range of employee benefits, including company cars, insurance, pension plans, mobility solutions and country-specific benefit programs. /li liMaintain high-quality employee data in Workday and support payroll and benefits activities throughout the entire employee lifecycle. /li liServe as a trusted point of contact for employees, managers and HR colleagues on payroll and benefits-related topics. /li liPartner closely with payroll providers, insurers, brokers and internal stakeholders across Europe to ensure smooth and compliant operations. /li liSupport reporting, audits and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, data quality and employee experience. /li liBuild expertise across all countries within scope and provide back-up support to ensure business continuity. /li /ul h3What do you bring? /h3 ul libBachelor's degree /b or professional certifications in Human Resources, Payroll, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required. A master's degree is a plus. /li lib3-5 years of experience /b in payroll, benefits administration, HR operations or a similar role. /li liSolid understanding of payroll processes, benefits administration and employee lifecycle management. /li liExperience working in an international environment with multiple legal entities. /li liExperience working with HR systems, preferably Workday. /li liStrong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and discretion when handling confidential information. /li liExcellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage recurring deadlines. /li liA strong service-oriented mindset and communication skills. /li liFluency in bEnglish /bis required. Proficiency in one or more of the following languages is considered an asset: Dutch, French, German, and Italian. /li /ul h3Pay Benefits /h3 h3What's in it for you? /h3 pAt OPENLANE Europe, pay is determined based on role impact, experience, skills and internal fairness. /p pIn addition to the base salary, our package includes: /p ul liCompany bonus /li liComprehensive benefits package depending on the country of employment /li li32 days holiday /li liOnly roles that can be performed from an alternative work location are eligible for occasional remote work. In that case, working from home is allowed for up to a maximum of two days. /li liLearning development support /li liOpportunity to work in a dynamic, international, and innovative environment /li /ul h3Are we the perfect match? /h3 ul liCan you fulfill this vital function within our digital marketplace? /li /ul ul liAre you dedicated and able to communicate within a down-to-earth company where we highly believe in a can-do mentality? /li /ul pOPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a