Role Overview

We are partnering with a prestigious Family Office based in Dubai to appoint an experienced HR & Payroll Specialist. This role requires the highest levels of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism, supporting a complex payroll environment with diverse compensation structures and senior stakeholder engagement.

Working closely with the HR, Finance, and Senior Leadership teams, the successful candidate will take full ownership of the monthly payroll cycle while also supporting core HR administration activities. This position is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in discreet, detail-driven environments such as family offices, semi-government entities, or holding groups.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries, allowances, bonuses, deductions, and reimbursements

• Administer payroll in compliance with UAE WPS regulations, labour law requirements, and internal governance standards

• Calculate end-of-service gratuity, leave settlements, and other statutory payments accurately

• Maintain payroll records, audit trails, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance and transparency

HR Operations & Administration

• Support general HR administration activities, including employee records management and HR documentation

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and compensation-related queries

• Coordinate closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy across systems

• Assist in preparing payroll and HR reports for management review

Systems, Reporting & Compliance

• Manage and maintain payroll data using HRIS platforms (Odoo or similar systems)

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc payroll and headcount reports

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and best practices

• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and compensation information

Candidate Requirements

• 4–5 years’ experience in payroll or HR operations within the UAE

• Prior experience in a family office, holding group, or semi-government environment is highly preferred

• Exposure to both free zone and mainland payroll frameworks is advantageous

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• Strong working knowledge of UAE WPS procedures, gratuity calculations, and labour law

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Hands-on experience with Odoo or similar HRIS/payroll systems

• High attention to detail, discretion, and professional maturity

Salary & Benefits

• AED 15,000 – 20,000 per month, inclusive of fixed allowances

About the Company

Charterhouse is a leading international recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in the Middle East since 2004. Known for delivering bespoke recruitment solutions, Charterhouse partners with high-profile organisations across multiple sectors, offering both contingency and retained search services with a focus on quality, flexibility, and long-term partnerships.