Benefits Specialist

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Overview

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The Opportunity: To administer the University’s benefits and ensure that related University policies and procedures are applied. To provide accurate information related to salary and benefits in a timely manner.

المسؤوليات

• Works effectively with other members of the HC team to ensure success and seamless delivery of HC Services.
• Communicates effectively and establishes successful work relations with employees including HC, faculty, senior management and administrative staff.
• Coordinates and oversees HC Services proactively, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Respects confidentiality at all times.
• Works effectively on a variety of assignments and demonstrates good multitasking skills.
• Coordinates the HC Approvals output, ensuring follow-through with preparation/checking of employment offers/contracts, contract modifications, and contract renewals.
• Handles the administration and tracking of employee benefits (eg, maternity/vacation/special leaves, medical insurance, and payment of cash in lieu of annual vacation tickets, payment of school fees, and payment of end-of-contract gratuity).
• Verifies employees’ benefit entitlement and provides timely administration of benefit-related issues.
• Handles the day-to-day administration of the University’s health plan and household insurance plan. Coordinates the policy renewal process.
• Plays a lead role in coordinating the orientation of new hires as it relates to payroll, banking, and HC benefits issues. Coordinates the preparation of New Hire packages and requests to finance for new hire meals and furniture allowances.
• Works closely with the Manager, HC Services, to ensure payroll actions and clearances are completed satisfactorily. Prepares final settlement and payment requisition for leavers.
• Contributes to the development of departmental policies and procedures. Develops guidelines to ensure related protocols and practices are documented and approved. Proactively identifies necessary improvements to HC Services processes.
• Works closely with the Senior HRIS Specialist in the coordination/preparation of statistical information relating to employee numbers and benefits at the request of management. Monitors/reviews data held on HC employee files and on Oracle for accuracy.
• Provides advice and guidance/counsel to employees and managers regarding contractual, benefit, and a wide range of general HC issues. Ensures all employees understand the benefits package and the administration processes. Liais es with other members of the HC department as required to ensure the sharing of information and the continual improvement of client care delivery and accuracy of information.
• Participates in the development of the January and August orientation schedule for AUH. Facilitates the departure of employees, ensures appropriate pay and other actions are accurately calculated and taken on time. Provides guidance to managers and employees on issues related to departures, investigates data and information needed to make decisions. Ensure all University requirements are met.
• Participates in special project work as required.
• Provides ongoing support to projects as needed.

Education & Experience

• Should possess a minimum of 4 years of experience in employee services (HR) and benefits administration and a Bachelor’s degree in human resources from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education, skill or experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Bilingual – English/Arabic.
• Experience working in the academic environment (preferred).

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Higher Education

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the UAE, cash housing, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and healthcare provided to the employee and sponsored family members.

طريقة التقديم

In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three professional references.

While we appreciate all applications, you will be contacted only if selected for an interview. For any further inquiries, please contact

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2025-11-11 12:36:23