Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert - Middle East

DesignRemotely

Middle East
Not specified; competitive pyy above in-location r...
Remote
Deep expertise in local payroll legislation
Experience leading regulatory audits
Ability to translate rules into product logic
DesignRemotely is seeking a Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert for the Middle East to ensure compliance with local payroll legislation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve the global payroll system. The role requires deep expertise in payroll compliance, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor team members

Job Summary

  • The role involves owning payroll compliance for a specific country or region while translating complex local legislation into scalable system logic.
  • Candidates will partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Legal teams to embed compliance directly into the foundations of a global payroll platform.
  • This position requires leading high-risk audits, resolving compliance incidents, and designing governance frameworks that ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory standards.

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DesignRemotely is seeking a Payroll Risk & Compliance Expert for the Middle East to ensure compliance with local payroll legislation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve the global payroll system. The role requires deep expertise in payroll compliance, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor team members.

Salary

Not specified; Competitive 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 capabilities
  • Async remote work environment experience
  • High-risk scenario investigation judgment
  • Strategic partnership with engineering teams

Key Requirements

  • Deep expertise in payroll employment compliance
  • Proven record leading audits and reviews
  • Experience partnering with technical teams
  • Location priority: Middle East

Work Rights

Not specified

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