Paul Taylor
About Paul Taylor
Paul Taylor is a Senior Content Designer at Anaplan, where he supports the Content Management System team and engages in various team dynamics. He has extensive experience in technical writing and content development, having previously worked at SAP and other organizations.
Work at Anaplan
Paul Taylor has been employed at Anaplan as a Senior Content Designer since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the Content Management System (CMS) team, utilizing his technical skills in version control systems like Git. He previously held the position of Technical Content Team Manager at Anaplan from 2021 to 2023, where he managed content development and team dynamics. His responsibilities include creating onboarding materials for new hires and engaging in Accessibility audits to produce Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs).
Previous Experience at SAP
Paul Taylor worked at SAP from 2013 to 2020, accumulating seven years of experience in various roles. He served as an Information Developer and Technical Writer, where he focused on documentation for software products. Additionally, he worked as a UA Developer from 2017 to 2020, contributing to user assistance and technical documentation. His tenure at SAP was based in Porto Salvo, Portugal.
Background in IT Support and Technical Writing
Before his time at SAP, Paul Taylor worked at Totemic as IT Support from 2009 to 2012, gaining experience in technical support and customer service. He also held a position as a Technical Writer at SIBS for nine months in 2012, where he focused on creating technical documentation in Lisbon. This diverse background has provided him with a solid foundation in both technical writing and support roles.
Education and Expertise
Paul Taylor studied at Universidade Lusíada de Lisboa from 1994 to 2000, where he earned a Graduate degree in International Relations. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in content design and technical writing. His expertise includes competitive analysis in the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) SaaS sector, where he assesses documentation styles and types to provide strategic insights.
Team Engagement and Monitoring
In his current role, Paul Taylor actively monitors team health, emphasizing the importance of well-being and productivity within his team. He participates in engineering ceremonies in a rotating role, showcasing his adaptability and commitment to team collaboration. His proactive approach includes providing feedback and suggestions for new features in the Component Content Management System (CCMS), indicating his engagement in continuous improvement efforts.