Compensation & Benefits Specialist - HR - Kuwait

Job Description

Role Profile:This role works independently and may assist the Compensation & Benefits Manager with special tasks such as the development and delivery of HR process, Testing of system enhancements etc.The below Key Performance Areas include but are not limited to:Respond to HR data requests on an ad hoc basis by gathering, analyzing, and reporting relevant data from various sources.Update and maintain work structure data in Oracle HR system to ensure alignment to organization structures in terms of departments and functions and, headcounts.Ensure accuracy and consistency of input data. Audit HR data and troubleshoot irregularities. Support data governance processes.Partner with HR and Payroll on system upgrades and analyses data to ensure completeness and reliability of updates.Support in the payout calculations for benefits to ensure compliance to approved policies.Perform validity checks on incentive reports from systems to ensure calculations are error-free and to minimize instances of deviations from approved guidelines.Support the annual financial planning process through model assumption updates, training end users on Enterprise planning systems and responding to user queries on product navigation and data.Support in sandbox testing of enhancements on Enterprise planning system.Conduct data analysis of manpower planning and forecasting data - financial and non-financial, to deduce patterns, to ensure that planning data are recorded correctly and understand the deviations between planned, forecasted and actual values.Collate manpower planning and forecast data into relevant and insightful reportsAssist in various HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.Perform administrative/transactional activities in support of HR processes within Comp & Ben.Answer general questions regarding HR policies and procedures, referring to an online knowledge base for information and guidance.Ensure compliance with Data Privacy and Protection Guidelines i.e., maintain the utmost confidentiality in dealing with employee records and business information.Perform duties as assigned.Knowledge:BBA/MBA in HR, Finance or other relevant study.Advanced MS Excel skills.Knowledge of cost planning and use of planning systems.Ability to work with multiple sources of data.Excellent attention to detail.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Fluency in English.Ability to succeed in environment with conflicting priorities.Experience:4+ years of experience (some broader domain knowledge and/or training in manpower costing and planning desirable) in multinational environment within international companies.2+ years of relevant HRIS system experience/data analytics experience with business intelligence reporting using Power BI / Tableau best preferred.Skills:Interpersonal skills.Communication and motivation.Problem solving and decision making.Commercial awareness.Additional role requirements:Demonstrate a competent understanding of HR processes, procedures, controls, regulations, and compliance requirements.Experience with Microsoft tools and applications required.Experience working for a multi-national firm desirable.Experience in a shared service center environment preferred.

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