Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert - Middle East

Remote

Middle East
Not specified; competitive base pyy above in-locat...
Fully remote
Deep expertise in local payroll legislation
Experience leading regulatory audits
Ability to translate rules into product logic
Remote is seeking a Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert to oversee payroll compliance in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in local legislation, lead audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the company's payroll platform meets regulatory standards

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the owner of payroll compliance for a specific country or region within a fully remote global organization.
  • The successful candidate will translate complex statutory rules into structured product requirements for engineering and design teams.
  • Remote prioritizes fair compensation above in-location rates and fosters a culture of internal mobility and pay equity.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Remote is seeking a Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert to oversee payroll compliance in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in local legislation, lead audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the company's payroll platform meets regulatory standards.

Salary

Not specified; Competitive base pay above in-location rates; Equity included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep expertise in local payroll legislation
  • Experience leading regulatory audits
  • Ability to translate rules into product logic
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills
  • Systems thinking for scalable processes

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring and coaching team capabilities
  • Async remote work environment comfort
  • Strategic systems thinking abilities
  • High-risk scenario investigation judgment

Key Requirements

  • Proven record leading audits and compliance programs
  • Experience partnering with technical teams on product requirements
  • Deep understanding of employment compliance legislation

Work Rights

Prioritize applications from Middle East locations

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