Opentext - The Information Company

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Lead Variable Compensation Analyst at OpenText, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, transparency, and effectiveness of our sales compensation programs. This position sits at the intersection of Sales, Finance, and Operations, giving you the opportunity to influence business outcomes, drive process improvements, and support a high-performing global sales organization. Your expertise will help ensure our sales teams are motivated, compensated accurately, and equipped with the insights they need to achieve their goals.

What The Role Offers

Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for sales compensation inquiries, plan interpretation, and performance validation. Lead and oversee commission calculation processes, reporting, audits, and exception management to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provide mentorship and guidance to Variable Compensation Analysts, fostering best practices and professional development. Drive process improvement and automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and scalability. Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, HR, and Operations teams to support compensation programs and strategic business objectives. Develop and deliver regular and ad hoc reporting, providing insights into compensation performance and operational metrics. Create compensation models and analyses for special compensation requests, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic initiatives.

What You Need To Succeed

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. 5+ years of experience in business analysis, financial analysis, sales operations, compensation administration, or a related analytical function. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to analyze large datasets and develop complex models. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Experience communicating findings and recommendations to senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive operational excellence. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, customer-focused approach. Experience with sales compensation systems such as Anaplan or Xactly is preferred.

One Last Thing

OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.

Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.

Salary Range: $76,800-$115,200; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.

AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.