Lead HR Payroll and System Support Officer - Qatar Airways - Doha, Qatar

Qatar Airways; Qatar; On-site; QAR 122,760 - 167,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic international work environment

Job summary

Qatar Airways in Doha is looking for a Lead HR Payroll and System Support Officer to oversee payroll processing and HR system operations. This role is crucial for maintaining payroll integrity and compliance in a diverse workplace.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree and possess extensive experience in payroll operations, coupled with strong analytical and communication skills. Join a globally recognized airline and grow your career under dynamic conditions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR payroll operations and payroll system support.
• Strong understanding of payroll controls, data accuracy, and confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll processing activities ensuring accurate salary payments.
• Provide operational support for HR payroll systems, ensuring data accuracy.
• Coordinate payroll inputs including allowances, deductions, and employee changes.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR systems support

Data management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, accounting

Tools

HRIS and payroll platforms

Job description

Position Overview

Lead HR Payroll and System Support Officer roles in Doha, Qatar support Qatar Airways corporate and commercial operations by ensuring accurate payroll processing, effective HR systems support, and reliable data management. This role plays a key part in maintaining payroll integrity, system efficiency, and compliance while supporting a large, diverse workforce.

Job Details

• Country: Qatar
• City: Doha
• Industry: Airlines/Aviation
• Function: Payroll and Benefits Administration
• Salary: 11000-15000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead payroll processing activities to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant salary payments
• Provide operational support for HR payroll systems, ensuring system stability and data accuracy
• Coordinate payroll inputs including allowances, deductions, overtime, and employee changes
• Act as first point of contact for payroll and system‑related queries from employees and stakeholders
• Support payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting in line with internal controls and policies
• Maintain HR master data and ensure updates are reflected correctly across payroll systems
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and IT teams to resolve system issues and improve payroll workflows
• Support testing, upgrades, and enhancements of HR and payroll systems
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local labor regulations, and internal governance standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for payroll processes and system support

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, accounting, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in HR payroll operations and payroll system support
• Strong understanding of payroll controls, data accuracy, and confidentiality requirements
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll platforms in a large corporate environment
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines

Why Join Us

• Join a globally recognized airline group with a strong corporate culture
• Play a critical role supporting workforce operations in a fast‑paced environment
• Opportunity to grow within HR operations and system management functions
• Work in a diverse, international team based in Doha, Qatar

About the Company

Qatar Airways is a world‑class airline group headquartered in Doha, delivering excellence across aviation and related businesses. Known for rapid growth, operational discipline, and innovation, the group provides professionals with opportunities to contribute to enterprise‑scale operations while building long‑term careers in a global organization.