Payroll Specialist with Spanish
About this role
Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
Smith+Nephew is hiring
Payroll Specialist with Spanish.
(fix-term contract until 31.10.2027)
Join Smith+Nephew in Wrocław and become part of a global organisation where precision, trust and collaboration matter. As a Payroll Specialist with Spanish, you will play a vital role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, supporting our purpose through dependable payroll delivery in a complex, international environment.
What will you be doing?
In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of payroll for assigned countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timeliness at every stage. You will work closely with HR colleagues to maintain employee data in Workday and local payroll systems, manage payroll interfaces and reports, and carry out audits to ensure data integrity before payroll execution. You will also support payroll-related projects, including system upgrades and testing activities, and collaborate with cross functional teams across Global Business Services. From handling statutory deductions to working with third party vendors, your contribution will be essential to delivering a reliable payroll service.
What will you need to be successful?
To succeed in this role, you will bring solid payroll expertise, strong attention to detail and the confidence to work independently in a fast paced, international setting.
2 to 5 years of payroll experience in an organisation processing 500 or more employees, with Spanish payroll experience as a strong advantage
Good understanding of end-to-end payroll processes, statutory deductions and compliance requirements
Experience working with HR and payroll systems, with Workday experience preferred
Fluency in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
At Smith+Nephew we offer
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website
Your Future
: annual bonus, life insurance, company stock saving plan
Work/Life Balance
: paid volunteering hours, flexible approach
Your Wellbeing
: private health care with dental care package, multisport card/my benefit platform
Flexibility
: possibility of working in hybrid model
Training
: Hands-On, Team-Customized, subsidies for language classes, certifications and postgraduate studies
Extra Perks
: referral bonus, recognition program, mentoring program