Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert - Middle East

Remote

Middle East
Not specified; above in-location rates; competitiv...
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 for the Middle East, to ensure payroll compliance in local jurisdictions and to translate complex regulatory requirements into scalable processes and systems. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in payroll legislation, experience in leading audits, and strong communication skills to engage with cross-functional teams

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the accountable expert for payroll compliance within a specific country or region, ensuring all local requirements are correctly implemented across systems and workflows.
  • The successful candidate will partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to translate complex statutory rules into structured technical requirements and user experiences.
  • Remote prioritizes fair compensation above in-location rates and fosters a culture of internal mobility and pay equity for its globally distributed workforce.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Remote is seeking a Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert for the Middle East, to ensure payroll compliance in local jurisdictions and to translate complex regulatory requirements into scalable processes and systems. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in payroll legislation, experience in leading audits, and strong communication skills to engage with cross-functional teams.

Salary

Not specified; Above in-location rates; Competitive benefits 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 experience
  • Strategic partnership with engineering teams
  • High-risk scenario investigation judgment

Key Requirements

  • Proven record leading audits and compliance programs
  • Experience partnering with technical teams on product requirements
  • Confident investigator for high-risk scenarios
  • Middle East location preference (not explicitly mandatory but prioritized)

Work Rights

Not specified

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