6 Compensation Specialist jobs in Qatar

Key Result Areas:

Prepare and maintain regular (monthly) and ad-hoc reports on compensation and benefits data for internal analysis and decision-making.

Liaise with HR Officers across the organization to process, track, and follow through on individual compensation-related change requests until closure.

Generate analytical reports, status updates, and basic dashboard summaries for leadership and HR teams.

Provide individual salary fitment analysis, internal equity assessments, and market alignment data to support HR decisions.

Support the drafting and coordination of communication plans related to compensation and benefits programs.

Contribute to procurement-related documentation and activities related to compensation tools, surveys, or service providers.

Collaborate with the HRIS team to extract required reports and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for compensation- and benefits-related system enhancements.

Coordinate with the Workforce Planning team to align staff movement with approved position movements, ensuring consistency and control.

Maintain active communication with HR counterparts in other organization networks to gather and analyze benchmarking data as needed.

Assist in the preparation of data submissions for external benchmarking surveys and internal total rewards proposals.

Conduct secondary research and assist in the development of compensation and benefits programs, including allowances and recognition schemes.

Collect feedback from HR users to identify process pain points and suggest improvements for greater efficiency and user experience.

Maintain and update trackers and databases for compensation-related actions to ensure data integrity and compliance.

Support internal audits or policy compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and records.

Any other reasonable task assigned or delegated by supervisor.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field & 5 years of relevant full-time work experience.

Demonstrated ability to work independently to provide solutions and consultation for stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requests from a variety of stakeholders tight deadlines and timeframes.

Experience with various HR Technologies including Oracle and applicant tracking systems.

Good interpersonal communication, and presentation skills.

Ability to adapt to complexity, uncertainty, and ambiguity.

Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written responses, reports and communications. Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Job Profile – Payroll Specialist

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: HR & Administration Manager

Location: Doha, Qatar

Role Purpose

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across the organization, in compliance with Qatar Labour Law, WPS regulations, and company policies. The role involves managing salary calculations, statutory deductions, leave encashments, overtime, end-of-service settlements, and coordinating with HR, Finance, and external authorities to ensure full payroll compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll for multiple entities, including fixed and variable components (basic salary, allowances, overtime, deductions, loans, etc.).
• Prepare and validate WPS files and ensure timely submission in line with Qatar Labour Law.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, employee data, and updates in HRIS/ERP systems.
• Calculate and process End-of-Service (EOS) benefits, final settlements, and leave encashments.
• Coordinate with HR team on new joiners, leavers, transfers, and contract amendments.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and analysis for management and auditors.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (QID renewals, insurance, GRS, etc.).
• Handle payroll queries from employees, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Liaise with finance teams for salary disbursements and issue resolution.
• Support internal/external audits by providing payroll-related documentation.
• Submit a monthly payroll adjustment report to the HR Manager, covering all changes in salaries, allowances, deductions, and other modifications.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in payroll processing in Qatar (preferably with large workforce/multiple entities).
• Strong knowledge of Qatar Labour Law, WPS system, and statutory compliance.
• Experience with payroll/HR systems (SAP, Oracle, Argus HRIS, or similar).
• Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, payroll reconciliations).
• Attention to detail, high accuracy, and strong confidentiality ethics.

Key Skills

• Payroll administration and reporting.
• Knowledge of compensation & benefits structures.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Communication and coordination across HR/Finance.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• In your last payroll cycle, what were the three adjustments you had to make manually, and why?
• Do you have prior payroll management experience in the construction industry, including handling multi-project payrolls and compliance with Qatar Labour Law and WPS requirements?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• payroll processing and WPS compliance: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Arabic (Required)

License/Certification:

• Excel Specialist (MOS – Microsoft Office Specialist) (Preferred)
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) (Preferred)
• Have you managed payroll for 500+ employees in Qatar? (Required)

Location:

• Doha (Required)

Application Deadline: 15/09/2025

Expected Start Date: 01/10/2025

Location

Doha, Qatar

Experience

Job Type

Outsourcing

Job Description

The Specialist - Compensations provides expertise and guidance in establishing and maintaining client compensation framework. The position holder works on various aspects within the portfolio to re-engineer compensation initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Organizational Design or a relevant quantitative based Science discipline

• 5+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, which includes benchmarking, plan design, salary management, HR administration and supporting a diverse workforce

• Proficient quantitative, analytical and statistical skills required.

Demonstrated experience in survey data analysis, compensation and benefits modeling and implementation.

• Proficient in MS Excel to work with large quantities of sensitive data.

• Ability to create compelling presentations and storytelling.

• Expert knowledge and understanding of contemporary Job Design, Evaluation and Grading frameworks and theories.

• Ability to prepare occupational classifications, salary scales and reports to summarize job analysis, evaluation and compensation analysis information.

• Team player with interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to successfully execute action plans that support business objectives.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people with diverse viewpoints and backgrounds.

• Sensitive to cultural norms.

• Ability to be innovative, flexible and creative in resolving issues.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

• Fluency in written and spoken English

• Looking for candidates who are immediately available with valied QID

Our mission is to be the preferred IT Services and Solutions provider in the Middle East and North Africa.

For our employees, this means working in a team committed to service excellence and continual innovation in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

We're looking for passionate, self-motivated, and creative team players who want to work hard and be rewarded. If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you. If you have any inquiries, please contact

WHAT CAN MEEZA OFFER YOU?

• MEEZA is committed to providing thought leadership that will enable our employees to be involved in bringing global firsts to the market.
• MEEZA is one of the fastest growing technology companies in the Middle East which means an exciting and rewarding work environment for our employees.
• MEEZA is playing a key role in the transformation of Qatar into a knowledge-based society which means our employees can make a real impact.
• MEEZA is committed to developing our team; we provide opportunities to develop your skills, further your career and achieve your goals.
• MEEZA is not just about hard work; the company remains true to its entrepreneurial roots and has a young and passionate team that is just as devoted to having fun as they are to delivering service excellence.
• MEEZA offers market-leading benefits packages.

IMPORTANT STEPS TO FOLLOW:

• Kindly submit your applications only against those positions where your skills and expertise match our requirements.
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The primary responsibilities of the Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Functional Responsibilities:

• Follow all relevant policies, processes, and standard operating procedures so that work is

conducted in a controlled and consistent manner.

• Facilitate knowledge transfer efforts related to different job activities to junior staff and ensure

knowledge and expertise is passed on to qualified candidates.

• Develop and administer compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures to attract

and retain talent, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with legal requirements.

• Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to evaluate the organization's compensation and

benefits programs, making recommendations for adjustments and enhancements to remain

competitive in the market.

• Expert in budgeting and forecasting with strong financial literacy.
• Manage the annual compensation review process, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and

salary structure adjustments, ensuring fair and equitable compensation practices.

• Analyze, review & finalize monthly payroll for accuracy and provide guidance on better practices.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to determine appropriate compensation packages for new hires,

promotions, and transfers, considering factors such as market rates, internal equity, and individual

performance.

• Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, and other employee rewards,

ensuring effective communication, enrollment, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to managers on compensation and benefits related matters, including job offers, salary negotiations, and total rewards packages.
• Monitor and analyze compensation and benefits trends, legislation, and industry best practices,

recommending and implementing improvements or changes to programs to enhance employee

satisfaction and retention.

• Prepare and present compensation and benefits reports and presentations to Human Capital

leadership and management, providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis and

market trends.

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or equivalent. Certifications are preferred.

Experience:

• 9+ years of experience in human resources or a similar field.

Skills and Requirements:

• Mandatory requirement Bilingual (Arabic and English professional).
• Expert in Microsoft Excel functions, budgeting, Forecasting and strong math proficiency.
• Expertise in compensation and benefits programs and practices.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to design and administer competitive and compliant compensation and benefits plans.
• Expert in advanced excel reporting with financial literacy.
• In-depth Knowledge of Payroll Procedures and advancement.

Job Summary:

Compensation & Benefits Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing compensation and benefits programs for employees by analyzing data, reviewing market trends, and making recommendations for competitive and effective compensation packages.

Job Requirements:

• Follow all relevant policies, processes, and standard operating procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer efforts related to different job activities to junior staff and ensure know-how and expertise is passed on to qualified candidates.
• Develop and administer compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures to attract and retain talent, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with legal requirements.
• Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to evaluate the organization's compensation and benefits programs, making recommendations for adjustments and enhancements to remain competitive in the market.
• Manage the annual compensation review process, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and salary structure adjustments, ensuring fair and equitable compensation practices.
• Analyze, review & finalize monthly payroll for accuracy and provide guidance on better practices.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to determine appropriate compensation packages for new hires, promotions, and transfers, considering factors such as market rates, internal equity, and individual performance.
• Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, and other employee perks, ensuring effective communication, enrollment, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to managers on compensation and benefits-related matters, including job offers, salary negotiations, and total rewards packages.
• Monitor and analyze compensation and benefits trends, legislation, and industry best practices, recommending and implementing improvements or changes to programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• Prepare and present compensation and benefits reports and presentations to Human Capital leadership and management, providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis and market trends.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or equivalent.
• Expert in Microsoft Excel functions, budgeting, Forecasting and strong math proficiency.
• Must be Bilingual (Arabic and English professional).
• 9 + years of experience in human resources or a similar field.
• Expertise in compensation and benefits programs and practices.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to design and administer competitive and compliant compensation and benefits plans.
• In-depth Knowledge of Payroll Procedures and advancement.