Schedule
Full-time
Date posted
April 6, 2025
Compensation & Benefits Officer
Description
- The Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Officer is responsible for supporting payroll, benefits administration, and personnel matters to ensure accurate processing, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- • Payroll & Benefits Administration:
- o Assist in processing payroll activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
- o Administer health and life insurance requests, including enrollments, claims, and updates.
- o Coordinate social security processes, including adding/removing Kuwaitis and GCC citizens.
- o Monitor HR staff attendance, manage leave records, and issue personnel actions as required.
- o Prepare and distribute salary increment letters for staff and faculty.
- o Contact schools to obtain tuition fee details for employee reimbursements and process payments.
- • HR Operations & Employee Support:
- o Support in preparing employee letters (e.g., salary certificates, To Whom It May Concern letters).
- o Manage employee attendance records, including sick leave, permissions, and official duties.
- o Maintain financial transaction records and ensure timely follow-ups on payments (e.g., conference fees, duties).
- o Address employee inquiries related to payroll, compensation, and benefits.
- • Compliance & Reporting:
- o Ensure adherence to Kuwait Labor Law (KLL) and internal HR policies.
- o Maintain confidentiality and data accuracy in all HR-related transactions.
- o Prepare reports and presentations on payroll and benefits activities.
- o Assist in designing and enhancing compensation and benefits programs.
- • Other Duties:
- o Perform additional HR-related tasks as assigned by direct supervisors.
Experience
- 1–3 years of experience as an HR Officer with a focus on:
- • Payroll and HR Information Systems (HRMS).
- • Compensation & Benefits administration.
- • HR policies, procedures, and compliance with Kuwait labor law.
Education
- Technical Skills:
- • Proficiency in HRMS and payroll tools.
- • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- • Understanding of payroll/benefits interfaces and employee query resolution.
Job Specific Competencies
- CIPD, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification.
Behavioral Skills
- • Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- • Customer service-oriented with a proactive approach.
- • High attention to detail and data accuracy.
- • Ability to work independently and within a team.
- • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
- • Confidentiality and professionalism in handling employee data.
