Key Responsibilities:
Personnel Management:
- Employee Records Management:
- Maintain and update comprehensive employee records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with local and international regulations.
- Employee Relations & Engagement:
- Act as the primary contact for personnel-related queries and issues, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
- HR Policy Administration:
- Assist in developing, communicating, and enforcing internal policies and procedures, ensuring all staff adhere to established guidelines.
- Performance Management Support:
- Coordinate the performance review process and assist with implementing employee development initiatives.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure personnel practices adhere to local labor laws and international HR best practices, including periodic audits of HR processes.
Payroll Administration:
- Payroll Processing:
- Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a diverse, international workforce.
- Data Accuracy & Reporting:
- Maintain payroll records and generate detailed reports to support management decisions and regulatory compliance.
- Benefits & Deductions:
- Administer employee benefits, including managing deductions, allowances, and contributions in line with company policies and local laws.
- Audit & Reconciliation:
- Conduct regular audits and reconciliations of payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordination with Finance:
- Collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure seamless integration of payroll data with financial systems.
- Policy & Process Improvement:
- Continuously review and optimize payroll processes to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and maintain compliance with regulatory changes.
Job Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in personnel management and payroll administration in a multinational or academic setting.
- Solid understanding of labor laws and payroll regulations applicable to the Egyptian Labor Law.
- Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems, with strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in the higher education or academic services sector.
- Familiarity with handling payroll for an international workforce, including expatriate and local employees.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills.