Payroll & Human Resources Officer - Dubai

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Human Resources Officer to manage HR and payroll functions for expatriate employees in the oil and gas sector. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of experience in HR and payroll, and a strong grasp of visa regulations across the MENA region and Europe. This role offers a salary ranging from AED 9,000 to 11,000 monthly based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HR and payroll experience, preferably in the oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience handling payroll for 100 expatriate staff across different countries.
• Strong knowledge of visa regulations and labor laws in the MENA region and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll for expatriate employees ensuring accuracy.
• Administer visa processing, residency permits and work authorizations.
• Maintain and update employee records, contracts and databases.

Skills

Payroll processing

Visa regulations knowledge

HR compliance

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

About the Role

Apt Resources is currently seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Payroll and Human Resources Officer to manage comprehensive HR and payroll functions, particularly for a large number of expatriate employees in the oil and gas sector. The ideal candidate will be adept at handling payroll, visa processes and employee documentation across the MENA region, Europe, and other international locations as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll for a high volume of expatriate employees ensuring accuracy and compliance with local laws.
• Administer end‑to‑end visa processing, residency permits and work authorizations across multiple jurisdictions (MENA, Europe and others depending on the client’s requirements).
• Maintain and update employee records, contracts and HR databases.
• Ensure compliance with international labor laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies regarding employee onboarding, benefits and mobility.
• Support audits, internal reviews and HR reporting.
• Manage employee queries related to payroll, benefits and HR policies.
• Contribute to policy development and implementation for global HR practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of HR and payroll experience, preferably in the oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience handling payroll for 100 expatriate staff across different countries.
• Strong knowledge of visa regulations and labor laws in the MENA region and Europe.
• Proficient in payroll systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in international HR compliance and mobility.
• Fluency in English; additional languages (Portuguese, Arabic, French, etc.) are a plus.

Benefits

Salary is AED 9,000 to 11,000 per month depending on experience and qualifications.