362 Compensation jobs in the United Arab Emirates

In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation while adhering to labor laws and regulations.

This position involves a blend of accounting, administrative, and analytical responsibilities to manage compensation records, taxes, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Collecting Attendance Data: Gather daily attendance data from various sources, such as bio time systems, electronic timesheets, or attendance records provided by managers or supervisors.
• Validating Attendance: Review and validate attendance records for accuracy and completeness. Check for missing or incorrect entries and verify attendance with managers if necessary.
• Recording Absences: Track absences, such as vacation, sick leave, and other types of leave. Maintain accurate records of these absences, as they may impact salary calculations.
• Checking Availed Leave Entries: Verify attachment and pending absents.
• Regularization of Absents & Wrong Swipe: Regularize any errors or discrepancies in attendance records.
• Preparation of Summary Reports: Prepare reports on unpaid leave and wrong swipes.
• Monitoring Overtime: Monitor and record any overtime worked by employees. Overtime may affect pay rates and overall compensation.
• Adhering to Labor Laws: Ensure that attendance records comply with local labor laws and company policies regarding working hours, breaks, rest days, and other relevant regulations.

• Record Accuracy: Check records and ensure accuracy of ERP Masters.
• Basic Salary: Calculate the basic salary based on the employee's agreed-upon salary rate and hours worked.
• Adjustments: Adjust salary based on attendance records.
• Deductions: Deduct pay for any unapproved absences, late arrivals, or early departures.
• Additions: Add pay for overtime hours, bonuses, or other incentives.
• Uploads: Upload overtime, temporary deductions, and allowances.
• Allowances and Benefits: Include any applicable allowances, such as housing, transportation, or meal allowances, in the salary calculation.
• Deductions: Account for standard deductions, such as taxes, social security contributions, health insurance premiums, and other withholdings, as required by law or company policy.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and consistency between attendance records and salary calculations.
• Final Salary Calculation & Verification:
• Combine all elements—basic salary, adjustments, allowances, and deductions—to determine the final net salary for each employee.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly payroll.

• End-of-Service Benefits: Calculate and accrue end-of-service benefits, such as gratuity, based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Annual Leave Settlements: Calculate and accrue leave salaries based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Leave Passage: Calculate and accrue leave passage amount based on applicable labor laws and employment contract terms.
• Loans & Advances: Record, reconcile, and make disbursements/deductions as per management approvals & instructions

Join a dynamic team as a Payroll Auditor where you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of payroll processes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating the collection and processing of documentation required by company policy and local regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, bank documents, immigration documents, tax and other identification documentation needed for compliance and payroll processing.

Audit assigned country payrolls ensuring compliance with local company policy and statutory requirements. Partner with Home Office payroll auditors to ensure accurate and timely payrolls.

• Facilitate the collection and processing of documentation as required by company policy and local regulations.
• Audit assigned country payrolls ensuring compliance with local company policy and statutory requirements.
• Partner with Home Office payroll auditors insuring accurate & timely payrolls.
• Assist in filing for statutory payments and reporting to the local governmental agencies, insuring timely delivery (i.e. year end, sick leave, termination certificates, statistical reporting, surveys).
• Support company pension program with enrollment, calculations, payments, audits and reconciliations.
• Provide customer service, in conjunction with store management, resolving store associates' payroll related questions, communicating via email and phone.
• Supports Home Office with research on local laws, customs, cultural initiatives, and transition for expatriates moving into multiple countries.
• Partners with other departments on related projects as needed.

• Emirati National.
• Bachelor's Degree or related experience. Degree in Business Administration or Accounting preferred.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English.
• One to Four years of Payroll experience preferred.
• Ideally proficient in country laws pertaining to payroll, such as taxability, work rules and governmental reporting.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to research and resolve problems with very minimal turnaround time.
• Must be able to meet critical deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Knowledge of basic HR processes and employment laws in at least one country preferred.

• Incentive bonus program.
• Annual companywide review process.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Associate assistance program.
• Paid parental and adoption leave.
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot.
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace.
• Paid Caregiver Leave.
• Mobile Stipend.
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community.
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are 'work from anywhere' days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year).
• Seven associate wellness half days per year.
• Onsite fitness center.
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands.
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within.
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups.

Job Title: Compensation Specialist

Description:

We are seeking a skilled compensation specialist to oversee and manage the company's payroll operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while also collaborating with finance and human resources departments to optimize payroll processes.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in payroll, with exceptional skills in communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking. They will be responsible for managing tax-related tasks such as reporting, filing, and reconciliation, as well as maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation and processing of the full payroll cycle for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll-related regulations.
• Collaborate with finance to integrate payroll with accounting ledgers and budgets.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries promptly.
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring strict confidentiality and accuracy.
• Monitor and implement changes to payroll policies and procedures as necessary.
• Prepare and distribute yearly wage summaries and other tax documents for employees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll management or administration.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, systems, and federal/state regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software; experience with systems like ADP or QuickBooks preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills; able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

As a key member of our global HR leadership team you will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative total rewards strategies that attract, retain and motivate top talent across our international operations. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate Payroll & Rewards activities for the group: Design and oversee the implementation of global compensation and benefits programs aligned with our organization's strategic objectives.

• Own the HRIS from the HR stakeholder perspective in collaboration with IT: Collaborate with senior leadership to create and execute long-term total rewards strategies that support business goals while ensuring the HRIS effectively meets organizational needs.

• Manage & improve HR employee data and reporting: Leverage HR analytics to provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior management ensuring high quality and compliance of HR data.

Additional responsibilities include leading the development of implementation and continuous improvement of efficient performance management systems, providing leadership and mentorship to HR professionals, analyzing market trends, developing and nurturing external vendor relationships, ensuring legal compliance, and overseeing the annual compensation review process.

Qualifications:

In order to be successful in this role you should have the following background:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field from an accredited University.
• 10 years of progressive experience in total rewards or related HR functions with a focus on global programs.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing innovative compensation and benefits strategies on a global scale.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring HR teams.
• In-depth knowledge of global compensation and benefits trends, international labor laws, and tax implications.
• Expertise in HR analytics with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms, global payroll systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience with performance management systems and their integration with total rewards programs.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to manage complex budgets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Professional certifications such as CCP, GRP, or SHRM-SCP highly desirable.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

Additional Information:

QIMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all countries with no geographical limitations. Our policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time

• Perform compensation surveys, research and analysis and recommend changes to ensure current benefit plans are competitive and strategically aligned
• Develop and implement salary structures and incentive programs
• Conduct salary benchmarking and market analysis to ensure competitive pay
• Work closely with other HR teams to design and deliver retention plans/ schemes
• Oversee the administration of annual salary reviews and promotions
• Design and Manage Employee Benefits Programs e.g. health insurance
• Evaluate and negotiate with benefits providers
• Develop employee assistance and wellness programs
• Oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Work with legal and HR teams to mitigate risks related to compensation and benefits
• Develop communication materials and conduct training on benefits offerings
• Prepare and manage compensation and benefits budgets
• Analyze compensation data and trends to support financial planning
• Recommend cost-saving measures while maintaining competitive benefits
• Develop and manage bonus, commission, and incentive programs
• Implement recognition and rewards programs
• Generate reports on payroll, turnover, and compensation trends
• Support HR and leadership teams with data-driven insights
• Ensure compliance with labor laws related to benefits
  

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field
• Additional certifications in human resources or compensation and benefits management can be beneficial
  

• Relevant work experience in a related occupation is essential
  

• Expertise in designing salary structures, incentive programs, and benefits packages
• Ability to analyze salary surveys, market trends, and internal pay structures
• Proficiency in HR technology platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, ADP)
• Strong numerical skills for managing compensation budgets and forecasting costs
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and industry standards

As a Senior Rewards Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the Total Rewards team by conducting key activities such as job evaluation, market intelligence, salary surveys, and benchmarks to inform Human Capital (HC) decision making.

The successful candidate will analyze benefits and rewards schemes, monitor compensation and benefits (C&B) policies, and ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations of countries of operation.

• Conduct job evaluation and job mapping activities using Korn Ferry methodologies.
• Ran C&B cycles using the C&B module for annual cycles (Merit increase and Bonus).
• Provides analysis and recommendations to the Center of Excellence on various Total Rewards matters.
• Support HC Business Partners in running Total Rewards processes in their Operating Companies.
• Analyzes different components of the remuneration scheme in the organization and prepares reports on internal equity.
• Runs compensation and benefits reports and analysis to ensure cost-effectiveness and market competitiveness.
• Participates in market and salary surveys with external vendors and runs benchmark analysis.
• Applies knowledge of labor laws and regulations of countries of operation to ensure compliance.

• Graduate degree in a relevant or numerate discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Total Rewards Operations.
• SAP knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and process execution.
• Experience in market benchmarks and surveys within Korn Ferry, Towers Watson, and Mercer frameworks.

• We are committed to creating great moments for our customers and communities.
• Our friendly work environment is guided by our Leadership Model.
• Over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues share positive vibes and excitement about our future.

This role is a key contributor to the success of our organization, responsible for partnering with the People function on compensation-related matters.

The Total Rewards Partner will provide subject matter expertise and management on topics such as salary structures, bonus programs, and equity maintenance. The role will work closely with the broader Rewards team to design, implement, and manage total rewards processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide thought leadership as a rewards partner and advisor to the People team and business on all total rewards-related matters.
2. Act as a compensation advisor to People teams on offers, pay decisions, and governance alignment for assigned business verticals/countries/functions.
3. Contribute to the management and execution of cyclical rewards processes, including pay management, benefit administration, and support for performance, benefit, and compensation review and evaluation processes.
4. Analyze market trends for compensation and benefits within operating markets in alignment with organization offerings.
5. Own and lead assigned projects from end to end while collaborating with other functions/working groups where required.
6. Prepare data analysis and simulations for compensation budgeting, costing, and scenario planning. Run simulations and provide data-driven insights for decision-making.
7. Create, align, and modify/updating of Reward policies, guidelines, and procedures.

• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Rewards Consulting.
• Data analytical skills: Excellent with Excel, Google Sheets, while having experience working on payroll, compensation analysis.
• Ability to influence stakeholders with a data-driven approach.
• Independent, data-driven, self-starter with natural ability to lead and collaborate with project teams.
• Comfortable and thrives in a complex, fast-moving, and constantly changing environment.

Talabat's dynamic and evolving company requires a strong focus on project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for compensation and benefits, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking a skilled HR professional to manage our leave records, payroll information, and employment-related documents. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all processes and procedures are compliant with company policies and industry requirements.

The selected candidate will oversee the administration of annual leave, rotation leaves, and sick leave for all staff, including recording, tracking, and calculation of annual/rotation leave. Additionally, they will be responsible for inputting and updating salary information of new joiners in the SAP system and maintaining accurate payroll records in the manual and HR system.

Our ideal candidate will be responsible for the management and administration of payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely salary disbursements.

• Process and validate monthly payroll in accordance with HR policies and labor laws.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure data accuracy for payroll purposes and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle payroll-related queries and maintain secure records of compensation data.

• Maintain and update employee shift rosters and attendance records.
• Ensure data accuracy for payroll purposes and resolve discrepancies.
• Train employees on attendance systems and policies during onboarding.

• Manage the full offboarding lifecycle, including exit interviews and documentation.
• Process end-of-service settlements as per legal and company requirements.
• Liaise with Finance to finalize dues and address employee queries.

• Administer disciplinary actions in line with labor laws and internal protocols.
• Prepare warning letters, documentation, and ensure due process in handling disciplinary actions.
• Monitor adherence to HR policies and report deviations to management.

• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRMS and tracking sheets.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to benefits, policies, and procedures.
• Support audits, compliance efforts, and the updating of HR policies.
• Coordinate with HR system provider for any technical issues to be resolved.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of overall professional experience.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws, payroll systems, and HRMS tools.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect to receive a competitive compensation package and opportunities for growth and development.

Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunities employer and do not endorse any requests for money payments. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently.