HR Adviser

Title: HR Adviser

Who we are

Great minds. Innovative solutions.

Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates over 200 years of academic excellence, world-class research, and impactful innovation. Located in the dynamic Bahrain Bay, the University of Strathclyde, Bahrain, offers the same high standards of academic excellence and pioneering research that our Glasgow, UK campus is renowned for.

We currently provide eight undergraduate programmes in Engineering, Science, and Business, with future phases set to expand our offerings in research and innovation. As a leading international technological university, our mission, inspired by our founding principle as ‘a place of useful learning,’ is to make a positive difference in the lives of our students, society, and the world.

The opportunity

The University of Strathclyde, Bahrain is seeking a talented Human Resource Adviser to join our team. You will play a crucial role in establishing our Bahrain campus, working closely with the HR Manager and team members based in the UK to ensure smooth operations and foster a positive work environment. This position offers a fantastic learning opportunity and the chance to be part of a global team at a leading international university.

Main Activities/Responsibilities:

1. Serve as main point of contact for staff queries. Provide guidance on HR-related matters, including benefits, policies, and procedures.

2. Assist in resolving employee relations issues and escalate matters to the HR Manager as necessary.

3. Support the recruitment process by coordinating job postings, interviews, performing reference and background checks, issuing employment contracts, and support pre-employment processes.

4. Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed and orientation sessions are scheduled.

5. Manage all visa-related processes, including applications, payments, documentation, expatriate work permits, and staff registration/termination with relevant authorities (SIO, LMRA, Ministry of Labour)

6. Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and conducting quarterly filing audits for accuracy.

7. Manage employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, terminations, and conduct exit interviews with necessary paperwork.

8. Ensure accurate and timely payroll submission while managing employee benefits programs, including health insurance.

9. Support employee engagement initiatives and organize University wide events to foster a positive work culture.

10. Stay updated on employment laws and regulations in Bahrain to ensure legal compliance in all HR practices.

11. Promote equality and diversity across all activities.

The University of Strathclyde, Bahrain is a socially progressive institution that strives to ensure equality of opportunity and celebrates the diversity of its student and staff community. Strathclyde is people-oriented and collaborative, offering supportive and flexible working culture with a deep commitment to our equality and diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities.

Qualification Required

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

You’ll be rewarded with:

- Financial Rewards: We provide attractive financial packages, including competitive salaries and relocation support for employees.

- Work-Life Balance: We are dedicated to enhancing healthy work-life balance for our employees.

- Family Friendly Benefits: We offer a variety of enhanced family-friendly benefits to support our employees in balancing work and family responsibilities.

- Career Development: Our commitment to personal development is reflected in initiatives such as professional courses, subsidised educational programs, coaching and mentoring, leadership development, and access to our library.

- Health & Wellbeing: We place high importance on the safety, wellbeing, and health of all our staff.

Application Procedure

Please visit Strathclyde’s vacancies portal and complete an application form. You should also submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter detailing the knowledge, skills and experience you think make you the right candidate for the job.

Join us and be part of a legacy of excellence and innovation.