Role Summary
Talent Leaders is mandated to hire an experienced Compensation and Benefits Specialist. Must be a Certified Compensation & Benefits Professional, to design, implement, and manage total rewards strategies that align with organizational goals. The role requires strong expertise in compensation structures, benefits programs, market analysis, analytics, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will be bilingual in English and Arabic and have a proven track record of delivering competitive and compliant compensation and benefits programs in Qatar or the GCC.
Mandatory Application Requirement : Interested candidates should write a one-page summary of their experience in Compensation & Benefit and their certification details and write a clarification paragraph as to why they find themselves suitable for the role in light of the Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement total rewards strategies including compensation, benefits, recognition, and career frameworks.
Ensure compliance with Qatar labor law and international total rewards standards and guidelines.
Design and maintain equitable base pay structures, salary ranges, job evaluation systems, and merit programs.
Develop and manage variable pay and incentive schemes, including bonuses and recognition programs.
Conduct market pricing and competitive pay analysis; build and manage salary benchmarks using survey data.
Provide compensation analytics and insights to inform HR and business decisions.
Collaborate with finance and accounting to align compensation and benefits with organizational financial health.
Partner with leadership and HR stakeholders to communicate and implement reward strategies effectively.
Monitor regulatory, financial, and market changes that impact total rewards strategy.
Prepare reports and presentations for management and provide recommendations to support business decisions.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
12 to 15 years of experience in compensation and benefits, with at least part of this experience in Qatar or GCC.
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar credential strongly preferred.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory.
Strong knowledge of compensation structures, incentive design, benefits administration, and market pricing.
Advanced analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel, HRIS, and BI tools.
Solid understanding of Qatar labor law, GCC HR practices, and international accounting/finance principles (GAAP/IFRS).