Sr. HR Generalist - Payroll Expertise

Confidential; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding organization based in Kuwait City is seeking a skilled Senior HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR operations with a strong emphasis on payroll management and compliance. This role requires a minimum of 5 years HR experience, including 2 years focused on payroll, and offers an opportunity to lead various HR initiatives within the company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a payroll-focused role.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices and labor law.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing and compliance.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Maintain HR policies in line with local labor laws.
• Support benefits administration and employee performance initiatives.

Skills

Payroll management

Employee relations

Performance management

Benefits administration

Recruitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

CIPD or SHRM certification

Job description

Overview

A dynamic and growing organization committed to creating a people-first culture. they are looking for an experienced Senior HR Generalist to join our team and lead day-to-day HR operations, with a strong focus on managing payroll end to end.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll (data preparation, processing, reconciliations, statutory compliance, reporting).
• Oversee the full HR cycle: recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding.
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee records in line with local labor laws.
• Support benefits administration and ensure timely enrollment/renewals.
• Partner with managers to advise on employee relations and performance improvement.
• Lead or participate in HR projects (e.g., HRIS implementation, engagement initiatives).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (CIPD or SHRM certification is a plus).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a payroll-focused role.
• Solid understanding of HR best practices and labor law.