828 Compensation jobs in Bahrain

We are seeking a detail-oriented

and proactive Payroll & Compensation Officer to manage end-to-end

payroll operations and ensure accurate, timely compensation for our employees.

This role will also support the development and implementation of competitive

compensation structures in line with company policies and Bahrain labor laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on schedule, including salaries, allowances, deductions, and overtime.
• Process leaves and final settlements.
• Maintain and update employee payroll and settlements records in the HRMS.
• Ensure compliance with Bahrain labor laws and company policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance teams.
• Administer employee benefits, bonuses, and incentive programs.
• Support compensation benchmarking and salary structure reviews.
• Respond to employee payroll and benefits queries in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance on budget planning and cost control.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bahraini National only.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in payroll and compensation.
• Strong knowledge of Bahrain labor law and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Type: Full-time

• Develop, implement, and administer competitive compensation programs and policies.
• Conduct market research and salary benchmarking to ensure market competitiveness.
• Analyze job roles and responsibilities to establish appropriate salary ranges and grades.
• Design and manage incentive plans, bonus structures, and other variable pay programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant compensation laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA).
• Provide expert guidance to HR business partners and management on compensation matters.
• Administer and interpret compensation surveys.
• Develop and deliver training on compensation programs and policies.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with HRIS team to ensure accurate compensation data management.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in compensation analysis or a related HR field.
• Proven experience in designing and managing compensation programs.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, job evaluation methods, and market pricing.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with compensation survey tools and databases.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations.
• CCP or CBP certification is a plus.

Our Exciting Opportunity

We are now looking for a Total Rewards Manager for Middle East based in any major location in Middle East. In this role you will work proactively with business leaders, People Business Partners and other stakeholders to bring the Ericsson Pay & Recognition philosophy to the assigned countries/geographies by implementing and managing effective and fair reward and recognition policies, work instructions, processes and systems aligned with market and business needs.

You will

• Drive the implementation of global processes and geographical programs/ initiatives in line with global framework and with support of local people business partners as required within several areas of total rewards.
• Partner with stakeholders and supports business needs through consultation and lead the implementation of our global processes and our pay philosophy in the geography by defining fair and driven local compensation and benefit offerings, based on global and market area principles.
• Design, implement and manage local total rewards packages including benchmark and benefit design and ensure efficiency and competitiveness in the local market to secure attraction and retention of talent.
• Drive country level governance and compliance by securing that all Total Reward results have applicable instructions, frameworks, processes and governance, in line with global Total Reward directives in collaboration with local People Business Partners.
• Provide proactive Total Rewards thought leadership to business leaders via external and internal market data, trends and insights. Support People Business Partners to use this information to enable business leaders to make strategic business decisions and guidance on employee engagement.
• Work with business and geographical people function to embed the global approaches in base pay, salary benchmarking, salary budgeting and short-term variable pay.
• Support the local People Business Partners, provide Total Rewards training to ensure the successful usage of total reward policies, processes and initiatives.
• As a part of the Global Total Rewards network, you will be involved in the development and implementation of global initiatives and projects to support business needs, improve employee engagement, manage risks and control costs.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources or finance is required. A Master of Business degree is preferred.
• Min years of Total Rewards experience: 10+ years
• Proven experience and demonstrated performance in a similar role supporting multiple markets and geographies.
• Previous experience in either Egypt, Lebanon, Saudi or United Arab Emirates are required.
• Typically, demonstrable experience in managing compensation and benefit program design, driven market analysis, forecasting trends/costs in a geography
• Work in partnership and consulting with CU People Head and other People Business Partners are essential to be successful in role.
• Experience in the design and successful implementation of reward programs and tools with strong analytics capabilities and ability to translate data into trends with key insights and recommendations
• Consultative approach and ability to effectively communicate policies and information, knowing when to raise questions or issues.
• Excellent attention to details and accuracy of data, ability to prioritize and follow through on requests.
• Global mindset and ability to make things happen in a matrixed organization.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic or French is a plus.
• Project Management Skills and Financial Acumen are required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Total Rewards applications.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´ possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You l be challenged, but you won't be alone. You l be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?

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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.

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• Design, implement, and manage competitive and equitable compensation programs, including base salary, incentive plans, and long-term incentives.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Administer annual salary review and bonus processes.
• Oversee the administration of health, wellness, retirement, and other employee benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations (e.g., labor laws, benefits regulations).
• Develop and deliver clear communication materials regarding compensation and benefits programs to employees and management.
• Analyze C&B data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for program improvement.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors (e.g., benefits brokers, payroll providers).
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies related to compensation and benefits.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in compensation and benefits.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) are a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits administration.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation philosophies, salary structures, and incentive plan design.
• Strong understanding of employee benefits programs and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.

• Analyze market compensation data and conduct benchmarking studies to ensure competitive salary ranges and pay practices.
• Design, develop, and administer company-wide compensation programs, including base salary, incentive plans, and long-term incentives.
• Manage the annual salary review process, including merit increases and bonus allocations.
• Administer employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations related to compensation and benefits (e.g., labor laws, tax regulations).
• Develop communication materials to educate employees and managers about compensation and benefits programs.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and leadership to provide expert advice on compensation and benefits matters.
• Analyze the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of existing benefits plans and recommend improvements.
• Conduct job evaluations and ensure accurate job grading and leveling.
• Maintain compensation and benefits data in HRIS systems and generate reports for analysis and decision-making.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in total rewards.
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies related to compensation and benefits.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits analysis.
• Strong understanding of compensation philosophies, structures, and incentive plan design.
• In-depth knowledge of employee benefits administration, including health, welfare, and retirement plans.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and advanced Excel skills for data analysis.
• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) are a plus.

• Design, implement, and administer competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Conduct market research and salary benchmarking to ensure competitive total rewards.
• Develop and maintain job evaluation systems and salary structures.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers.
• Analyze compensation and benefits data, prepare reports, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local compensation and benefits laws and regulations.
• Communicate program details effectively to employees and managers.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Support HR projects and initiatives related to total rewards.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, practices, and market analysis.
• In-depth understanding of various employee benefits programs and regulations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) are a plus.