HR / Payroll Officer – Abu Dhabi, UAE | Star Services

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HR / Payroll Officer (WPS & Compliance Specialist)

Star Services
Payroll Administration, UAE Labor Law Compliance, and Lifecycle Management
Posted on January 17, 2026
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Job Description / Role
Job Type: Full Time
Industry: HR / Payroll / Administration
Experience: Min 5+ Years UAE Exp
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR/Finance
Salary: AED 4,000 to 5,000
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

  • Payroll Processing: Manage in-house payroll cycles, including complex calculations, deductions, and monthly WPS (Wage Protection System) submissions.
  • Attendance Tracking: Oversee employee attendance and leave management systems to ensure accurate data for salary disbursements.
  • Lifecycle Management: Supervise the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from seamless onboarding to structured offboarding procedures.
  • Terminal Benefits: Prepare accurate final settlements, including Gratuity (End-of-Service) and terminal benefit calculations as per UAE Labor Law.
  • Compliance Oversight: Ensure all HR operations and payroll activities remain 100% compliant with the latest UAE federal labor regulations.
  • Reporting: Develop and present comprehensive HR and payroll reports for senior management review and audit purposes.

🔹 Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
  • Experience: Minimum 5+ years of proven UAE experience specifically in combined HR and payroll functions.
  • Legal Expertise: Strong, up-to-date working knowledge of UAE Labor Law and MOHRE regulations.
  • Ethics: High level of integrity with a demonstrated ability to manage highly confidential employee and financial information.
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll software and advanced MS Excel for financial modeling and reporting.

What We Offer:

  • Stable Corporate Role: Join a well-reputed workforce solutions leader in Abu Dhabi.
  • Regulatory Impact: Take ownership of critical compliance and financial tasks that drive organizational trust.
  • Professional Environment: Work within a structured team focused on operational excellence and detail.
  • Compensation: Competitive monthly salary of AED 4,000 to 5,000, tailored to your professional HR/Payroll credentials and extensive UAE experience.