Operations & Analytics Intern at Cercli (S23) $200 - $500 / monthly Rippling for Middle East & North Africa Dubai, Dubai, AE Internship US citizen/visa only About Cercli Cercli is the single modern platform for Middle East & North Africa (MENA) businesses to hire, manage and pay their global workforce. We automate your local and remote payrolls, HR, onboarding, compliance, expenses and more - to help organisations reduce human error and stay fully compliant. Even today, companies across MENA manage payroll, employee information, documents, onboarding checklists, and a plethora of other tasks manually. They default to spreadsheets, legacy enterprise solutions, and dated basic HR solutions, causing an array of issues and challenges, including human error and fraud, weak compliance, poor transparency, and more. About the role The ownership mindset Forget coffee runs and filing papers. We’re offering you a role with genuine ownership in a high-growth startup. As our Operations & Analytics Intern, you'll be a trusted member of our core team. This is for ambitious self-starters who want to build their career while building our company. You'll have the autonomy to innovate and lead initiatives that matter with direct mentorship from seasoned professionals. The role: your impact & growth journey Join our Dubai office as a key contributor to our operational excellence team. You'll get hands-on experience with cutting-edge HR technology, working with AI-powered support systems, compliance frameworks and data analytics that drive strategic decisions. This internship is different. You'll rotate through different functions, giving you a 360-degree view of how modern HR technology works. You'll build a skill set that most professionals take years to develop. How you'll drive results Customer success & problem-solving: Lead customer support initiatives using advanced troubleshooting techniques. You'll become a go-to problem-solver for complex payroll challenges, directly improving customer satisfaction and retention. Data-driven strategy: Transform raw support and usage data into actionable insights. Your analysis will directly influence our product roadmap and operational strategies, giving you exposure to how data shapes executive-level decisions. Systems & innovation: Design and implement scalable processes for customer onboarding and support operations. Compliance excellence: Work alongside our legal and compliance experts on EOR (Employer of Record) audits and contract management. Gain exposure to international employment law and regulatory frameworks that govern modern workforce solutions. End-to-End operations: Master the complete salary disbursement lifecycle, from initial setup to final payment. You'll understand the intricate mechanics of how companies pay remote teams across multiple jurisdictions. What we're looking for Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business, Data Analytics or a related field. You’re naturally curious, love solving puzzles and aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo when you see a better way. Exceptional English communication skills. You can explain complex concepts simply and build rapport with diverse stakeholders. You're comfortable with data analysis, eager to learn new software platforms and excited about working with AI-powered tools. Why this opportunity is different Direct mentorship from C-level executives and senior specialists. Real ownership of projects that impact company growth. Cutting-edge experience with AI, automation, and international compliance. Fast-track learning across multiple business functions. Network-building with industry leaders and innovative professionals. Portfolio development with tangible achievements you can showcase. Apply now if you’re ready to accelerate your career while helping us transform how companies manage their global workforce.