Supervisor Payroll and Personnel Affairs

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Supervisor Payroll & Personnel Affairs to manage payroll operations and personnel administration for our Abu Dhabi office. The ideal candidate will be an Arab-speaking male professional with a strong background in payroll, HR policies, and compliance within the Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Supervise end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely disbursement.

• Maintain and update payroll systems, HRIS, and employee compensation records.

• Prepare payroll reports including pensions, End of Service Benefits (EOSB), and submit them to management.

• Reconcile payroll discrepancies, investigate, and resolve errors.

• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Laws, pension regulations, and company policies.

• Collaborate with Finance for payroll audits, reconciliation, and budget planning.

Personnel Affairs

• Oversee employee onboarding, offboarding, and maintenance of personnel records.

• Manage contracts, employment documents, and ensure adherence to legal and company requirements.

• Support performance appraisal processes, employee development, and HR initiatives.

• Address employee inquiries regarding compensation, benefits, and company HR policies.

• Coordinate with HR on recruitment, training, and disciplinary actions.

• Safeguard employee data confidentiality and integrity at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

• 10 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, HRIS software, and HR best practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

• Familiarity with UAE Labour Laws, tax, and pension regulations.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams.