Sr Payroll Operations Specialist at Sabre · Kraków

Sr Payroll Operations Specialist Location: Krakow, Małopolskie, Poland Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world’s largest travel data clouds. Built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture, Sabre serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Location: Krakow (hybrid role - 3 days per week in the office) Overview At Sabre, the future of travel is being built today, and our People Team is at the heart of this transformation. We are seeking a Sr. Payroll Operations Specialist to join a global team. In this role, you won't just process data—you will lead with impact. You will ensure the precision of our global payroll operations while championing an exceptional team member experience. We foster a culture of boldness, curiosity, and collaboration, empowering you to own your expertise and help us win together in a flexible, fast-paced environment. The Role As a Sr. Payroll Operations Specialist, you will manage end-to-end payroll lifecycles, partner with world-class vendors, and drive compliance in a complex regulatory landscape. We are looking for a specialist who excels with minimal guidance, possesses a deep grasp of regional practices, and is ready to be a key player in our global transformation. Responsibilities Operational Excellence: Lead the accurate and timely execution of global payroll across regions jurisdictions. Vendor Partnership: Manage and challenge payroll service providers to ensure the highest standards of timeliness and accuracy. Customer Obsession: Resolve team member inquiries via our ticketing system with a focus on transparency and a world-class "People First" experience. Audit & Compliance: Support internal and external audits, ensuring robust controls and 100% statutory compliance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a strategic partner to Finance, Tax, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury and People Operations to ensure seamless, end-to-end process flow. Knowledge Leadership: Maintain and evolve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to reflect the "new Sabre" workflows. Transformation Advocate: Contribute to high-impact People Team projects, focusing on automation, Workday optimization, and operational scalability. Qualifications Experience: Minimum 3+ years of progressive payroll experience in a global or shared-services environment. Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel is a must); experience with Workday and ADP is highly preferred. Communication: Easy going verbal and written English skills, with the ability to communicate complex payroll concepts to diverse stakeholders. Mindset: A "Customer Obsessed" attitude with a drive to solve problems before they escalate. Agility: Ability to set priorities, thrive under tight deadlines, and excel in an environment that values autonomy over handholding. Benefits: Paid time off Year-End-Break: enjoy additional fully paid days off during the last week of the year Paid parental leave: Take up to 12 weeks off with pay after birth or adoption of a child. Sabre Global Paid Parental Leave runs concurrently with local leave policies. Paid volunteer time: take up to 4 days annually to give your time to a charitable organization of your choice Your money My Benefit platform/Multisport card: enjoy the benefit cafeteria system and use popular sport card Tax deduction: take the opportunity to claim deductible costs, reducing your income tax Employee Capital Plans: profit from long-term saving scheme co-financed by Sabre and the State Treasury Baby Bonus: benefit from one-time allowance on childbirth or adoption Say Thanks program: collect points on recognition program and transfer them to wide variety of gifts and services Health and wellness Luxmed VIP medical coverage: take care of yourself and your family with the extensive medical package with a broad range of additional services Foreign travel insurance: feel safe going abroad with free Allianz insurance offered as part of our Lux Med package Employee Assistance Program: find help in free, confidential program with a certified counselor Life insurance: sign up for free, high coverage life insurance program Career development Professional development: enjoy access to Udemy learning platform as well as join Sabre live learning sessions Certification and tuition reimbursement Our Communities: join one of our team member groups focused on sharing knowledge and best practices (Google Developers Group, Innovation Lab Community, Women in Technology, SOLVE!T and many more) And more Car and bike parking Fun & Relax zone in modern office: enjoy electronic tables to work, foosball, ping pong, pool table, swings, massage chairs and terraces to admire a panoramic view of Kraków. We have parents’ rooms as well No dress code Innovation Lab: access Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality equipment, Robot construction kit, 3D printers and many more Attractive Referral Bonus: earn $2500 USD for every hired referral We will give careful consideration to your application and review your details against the position criteria. You will receive separate notification as we progress your application. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will proceed in the selection process. Sabre is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-Hybrid#LI-AK1