110 Hr Specialist jobs in Bahrain

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder led, profitable and growing.

We are hiring an HR Generalist to support our EMEA region

With 1,200+ colleagues across 75 countries, we require an HR function that thinks and acts globally. We're looking for an HR Generalist who will report into our Regional HR Manager who can help build our company as we go through continued growth plans. It's an exciting time to join with the opportunity to help shape and create an HR function for the future. You will demonstrate a high work ethic and the personal confidence to set and defend high expectations of colleagues, counterparts and processes. You must be able to work independently, take a hands-on approach, and interface effectively with professionals at all levels. You'll need excellent communication, professional and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to function in a proactive, innovative environment. We look to HR both to support our colleagues in their personal needs and development, and also to maintain consistently high standards across multiple teams, managers and directors.

The role entails the individual to:

• Provide HR guidance to team members and managers, setting high expectations of behaviour and performance.
• Partner with line managers to provide employee relations advice on global policies and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing employee changes, joiners and leavers.
• Manage and drive benefit programs spanning our EMEA location (UK, Ireland, France, Germany and Spain)
• Liaise with our finance team on monthly payroll, projects and enquiries.
• Support the full life-cycle of HR including onboarding, benefit administration, and departure.
• Apply critical thinking to automate and reduce administrative tasks.
• Take a lead role in the management, continued development, and integration of our HR
• system.
• Act as a system expert and advocate for the global HR team.
• Produce data driven reports to inform and influence HR initiatives.
• Lead and participate in projects where you'll see the impact of your work.
• Support internal resource groups to drive initiatives such as diversity and inclusion.
• Create, update and maintain corporate policies that have a global lens with local application.
• Ensure consistency of application of our HR policies and procedures.
  
  

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• Relevant professional qualification and certifications.
• Excellent practical insights into German, UK and/or French HR practices and employment laws.
• Knowledge of other EMEA laws and practices is beneficial.
• Self-directed, organised problem solver with the ability to prioritise and meet goals and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, sound judgement, tact and diplomacy in all communications.
• Fearless and principled approach to professional interactions at every level of the business with commitment to confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events, with at least one trip of two full working weeks.
  
  

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual compensation review.
• Recognition rewards.
• Annual holiday leave.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events.
  
  

• Administer and manage HR policies and procedures across the organization.
• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth experience for all.
• Manage employee relations, addressing concerns and facilitating resolutions.
• Support recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate sourcing, and interview coordination.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR programs, such as performance management and compensation reviews.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations in relevant jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of HR training initiatives.
• Manage benefits administration and employee inquiries.
• Facilitate a positive and inclusive remote work environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in HR generalist roles.
• Proven experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, BambooHR) and payroll platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong understanding of all facets of HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, and benefits.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in HR software and MS Office Suite.
• CIPD or equivalent HR certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment is highly desirable.

• Oversee and manage day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and benefits administration.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, providing guidance and resolution.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offer negotiation.
• Administer employee benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Facilitate performance review processes and support managers in employee development initiatives.
• Conduct investigations into employee grievances and disciplinary matters, recommending appropriate actions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of HR training programs.
• Champion employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic HR planning and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all local labor laws and regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of compensation and benefits strategies.
• Manage exit interviews and analyze feedback for retention improvement.
• Stay current with HR best practices and emerging trends.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Proven experience in employee relations, recruitment, and benefits administration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, HRCI) is highly desirable.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment is a plus.

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues.
• Assist with performance management processes and employee development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Support payroll processing and coordinate with the payroll provider.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role.
• Proficiency with HR Information Systems (HRIS) and payroll software.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.
• Experience in developing HR policies and procedures.

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, providing support to employees and management.
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, from job posting to offer negotiation.
• Facilitate the onboarding and orientation of new hires.
• Address and resolve employee relations issues, conducting investigations as needed.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases, ensuring data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Support performance management cycles and training initiatives.
• Prepare HR reports and analytics for management.

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder led, profitable and growing.

We require an HR function that thinks and acts globally. We're looking for a Senior HR Generalist to offer their expertise to our EMEA region. It's an exciting time to join with the opportunity to help shape and create an HR function for the future. The senior role will serve as a driver and practitioner in both regional and global HR initiatives. You will join a global team of HR professionals to provide precise, compliant and scalable HR operations to the business, advise and execute on HR issues across the whole employee life-cycle, and partner with leadership in your region. You will have an analytical approach, a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret data trends and themes.

Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region

The role entails

• Deliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracy
• Interact closely with the EMEA HR Manager and the Global Head of HR to create impact across all HR regions
• Be accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive a high performing team
• Work with managers across the business on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, rewards- and workforce planning
• Partner with the HRIS team to develop and refine operational processes for day to day HR administration
• Coach and advise people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues across multiple countries
• Partner with people managers to support the delivery of appropriate training and development programs
• Establish a trusted partnership with the business in your region
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Design new policies and deliver on business-critical HR related projects globally
  
  

• Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
• HR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology business
• Regional HR experience within EMEA (France, Germany and/or UK is a plus), with an understanding of local labor laws, competitive awareness and insights
• Experience in business partnering with senior stakeholders
• A good balance between leading and executing, in this role you will need to be hands-on involved in the daily HR routines
• Experience mentoring and developing others
• Strong project management skills with the ability to define done and keep deliverables on track
• Experience in working in a remote first organization
• Able to leverage data to make informed decisions
• Fluent in business English (written and spoken)
• Self motivated, organized, accurate, confident, authentic, results-orientated, open-minded and enthusiastic
• Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events
  
  

• Experience with immigration policies and mobility processes
• Payroll and/or benefits oversight experience
• Knowledge of HR Systems and databases
• Professional HR certification(s)
• Facilitation skills
  
  

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
  
  

• Administering and advising on employee benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Managing the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires, often utilizing virtual tools.
• Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date with current legislation and best practices.
• Handling employee relations issues, conducting investigations, and mediating disputes with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring data integrity within HRIS systems.
• Supporting performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Providing guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Developing and delivering HR training programs to employees and management, especially on remote work policies.
• Contributing to HR strategy development and special projects as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a broad range of responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compensation and benefits, and employee relations.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems is essential.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration tools and remote work best practices.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR are highly desirable.
• Experience in a global or multi-location organization is a plus.

• Develop, implement, and manage HR strategies and initiatives across the organization.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Manage performance appraisal systems and support employee development.
• Handle employee relations issues, investigations, and conflict resolution with diplomacy.
• Ensure compliance with all local and international labor laws and regulations.
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures for a remote workforce.
• Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives.
• Analyze HR data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage HRIS systems and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and management on HR-related matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong generalist background.
• Proven experience managing HR functions in a remote or distributed work environment.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance regulations.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and HR analytics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion.
• Professional certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) are a plus.