Senior HR Payroll Specialist
Qatar Petroleum
Total years of experience :19 years, 9 Months
Manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process for a diverse workforce of 2500 employees, ensuring compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations.
•Administer comprehensive benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives, ensuring accurate enrollment, timely updates, and compliance with legal requirements.
•Design and implement merit and bonus programs, including performance evaluations, compensation analysis, and incentive structures to drive employee performance and retention.
•Collaborate with HR leadership to develop and update policies, procedures, and guidelines related to payroll, benefits, and merit and bonus programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.
•Conduct regular audits and reviews of payroll data, benefits documentation, and compensation records to ensure accuracy and integrity.
•Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll and benefits-related matters, providing guidance and support to HR staff and employees, and addressing inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
•Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement, and prepare reports and presentations to support management decision-making.
•Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations, benefit plan provisions, and industry trends to ensure compliance and recommend enhancements to existing programs.
•Collaborate with finance, IT, and external vendors to integrate payroll systems, improve data accuracy, and streamline processes.
•Lead and participate in cross-functional projects related to HRIS implementation, process improvements, and system upgrades, ensuring successful implementation and user adoption.
•Implemented and managed the payroll system for 2 joint venture companies, WOQOD & TASWEEQ ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees.
•Oversaw payroll, Leaves and Absence data migration, working closely with IT teams to validate data accuracy and completeness during the transition from legacy systems to SAP HCM
Developed and executed comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top-tier candidates for diverse positions across multiple departments and levels.
•Oversaw the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and negotiating offers, resulting in a significant reduction in time-to-fill and increased hiring efficiency.
•Established and maintained relationships with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and provide strategic guidance on talent acquisition.
•Implemented and optimized applicant tracking system (ATS), streamlining recruitment processes, and enhancing data management capabilities.
•Led a team of recruiters, providing mentorship, training, and performance management to ensure high-quality candidate sourcing and selection.
•Implemented employer branding initiatives, including social media campaigns and targeted marketing strategies, resulting in increased visibility and a larger pool of qualified candidates.
•Developed and maintained strong relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring the delivery of high-quality candidates within budget.
•Successfully managed high-volume recruitment projects, including mergers and acquisitions, ensuring a smooth transition of talent and adherence to project timelines.
•Conducted regular data analysis and reporting on recruitment metrics, identifying trends and implementing data-driven strategies to optimize recruitment efforts.