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Human Resources Technician

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 4 Nov)

ISGlobal

8 open roles

Our summary

Salary
€21,224 - €23,582 a year

About €1,480 - €1,580 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Other languages
Catalan
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Academic Degree: University degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Psychology, Business Administration (ADE), or an equivalent discipline.

  • Previous Experience: Minimum 1 year of previous experience in Human Resources areas, combining training management (including the FUNDAE platform) and personnel administration or selection tasks. Experience in the research, academic, or bio-sanitary sector will be positively valued.

  • Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and Catalan. Intermediate-advanced level of English (minimum B2), with professional oral and written communication skills.

  • Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); use of LMS platforms / training management tools and selection platforms; knowledge of payroll management software / SAP will be valued.

Nice to have

  • Teamwork.

  • Problem-solving.

  • Ability to learn.

  • Organization and rigor: Ability to prioritize tasks of different natures (training, administrative, and selection) guaranteeing a high level of precision.

  • Social and service skills: Human sensitivity combined with administrative rigor; vocation for internal customer service.

  • Communication and diplomacy: Ability to communicate with clarity, empathy, and adaptability to different levels of interlocutors.

  • Proactivity and initiative: Attitude oriented towards creative problem solving and autonomy in project management.

  • Teamwork and flexibility: Ability to adapt to a changing and collaborative environment.

The role

The selected person will occupy a transversal role within the Human Resources Department, with a primary focus on the integral and strategic management of Internal Training, serving as Selection back-up and actively participating in HR Administrative Management and staff support.

What you'll do

  • Logistical coordination: Organizing registrations, booking spaces/rooms, liaising with external training providers, materials, and internal communication (dissemination on the internal website, notices, and reminders).

  • FUNDAE Grant Management: Processing and coordinating with the external provider the grants on the FUNDAE platform to maximize the use of institutional credit and keep internal records up to date.

  • Budgetary Control: Supervising the annual training budget, ensuring cost compliance, resource optimization, and subsequent economic justification.

  • Design and Needs Detection: Collaborating with the Organizational Development Coordination in content preparation sessions, needs detection, and the preparation of the Annual Training Plan.

  • Execution and Evaluation: Implementing courses and workshops (technical competencies and soft skills). Evaluating satisfaction and the real impact of training on staff performance.

  • Area Evolution: Progressively assuming leadership of Training as an internal reference in the design and implementation of development programs.

  • Selection Back-up: Guaranteeing the continuity of recruitment processes during the absences or peak workloads of the focal person for Selection.

  • Screening and Interviews: Participating in the publication of offers, CV filtering, and conducting pre-selection interviews (telephone/in-person).

  • Process Coordination: Managing the interview agenda with requesting managers and maintaining fluid communication with candidates.

  • Staff Support: Providing response and continuous support to internal staff regarding day-to-day administrative inquiries (leaves, vacations, procedures).

  • Personnel and File Management: Keeping physical and digital employee files up to date, as well as the HR management database and intranet.

  • Payroll and Hours Control: Supporting the collection of payroll incidents (contact with the external management firm), time control, and absenteeism monitoring.

  • Project Justification: Preparing personnel reports and statements required for the administrative justification of projects.

  • Proposing new methodologies and digital learning tools to modernize training.

  • Optimizing selection procedures and the candidate experience.

How you'll work

  • Contract: Full-time. Indefinite with a 6-month probationary period.

  • Salary: €21,224 - €23,582 Gross annual.

  • Vacation: 36 days (23 vacation days + 13 personal days)

  • Start Date: As soon as possible.

AUXILIARY TASKS

This job description reflects the current requirements of the position, but it may evolve at any time in the future as functions and responsibilities change or expand, provided that the job holder is duly consulted.

This job description does not constitute a definitive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, but rather identifies the key responsibilities and tasks of the job holder. The specific objectives of the job holder will be subject to review as part of the individual professional evaluation process.

Hiring process

Applicants must fill out the application form and attach a CV and a cover letter. Each document must be clearly identified with the candidate's first and last name.

The application period will remain open until November 30.

Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted and invited for an interview as applications are received. Interviews may take place during the application period.

The selection process is structured into two phases:

1. Technical interview phase, with the team requiring the new hire, to evaluate the person's competencies and CV.

2. Meeting with the HR department with the finalist(s) to complete the profile evaluation and discuss contractual and institutional matters.

If necessary, a technical test may be performed. A psychological competency assessment test will be required for structural or transversal positions.

In accordance with OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced selection committee is formed at the start of the process for each vacancy. After reviewing the content of the applications, the committee will begin interviews, which will include at least one technical interview and one administrative interview. During the process, it may be necessary to complete a profile questionnaire, as well as perform a technical exercise.

At ISGlobal, we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men are promoted in each of the areas in which we carry out our activity, without tolerating discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, functional diversity, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

We reaffirm our commitment to the value of diversity of our staff and our student population, and we aim to promote peace, equity, diversity, and inclusion as essential elements that contribute to improving health worldwide.

About ISGlobal

ISGlobal is a cutting-edge research institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy, and education. It has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases, including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary approach from molecular to population level. Research is organized into five programs: Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; Environment and Health over the Lifecourse; Global Viral and Bacterial Infections; Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases; and Maternal, Child and Reproductive Health.

Industry
Global Health Research
Founded
2010
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Badalona and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • ISGlobal has two main campuses in Barcelona: Campus Clínic and Campus Mar, both in the city center.
  • The institute has a strong international presence, with staff from 47 nationalities and projects in Mozambique and other low- and middle-income countries.
  • ISGlobal offers training and education programs, including a Master's degree and PhD opportunities, in collaboration with local universities.
  • The working language is primarily English, and the institute supports career development through its Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R).
  • Barcelona is a vibrant Mediterranean city with a high quality of life, and ISGlobal provides support for relocation and onboarding.

In their own words

About the company & team

The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge center that addresses global public health challenges through research, policy application, and training. ISGlobal has a wide portfolio of projects on communicable and non-communicable diseases, including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized into five programs: Climate, Air Pollution, Nature and Urban Health; Environment and Health throughout the life cycle; Global Viral and Bacterial Infections; Malaria and Neglected Parasitic Diseases, and Maternal-Child and Reproductive Health. ISGlobal holds the "Severo Ochoa" accreditation, a seal of excellence from the Spanish Ministry of Science.

Additional information

The person occupying the position will be governed by ISGlobal's principles set out in the personnel management policy, which include equity, diversity, and health security. The person occupying the position will respect ISGlobal's policies and procedures and will be responsible for ensuring compliance.

We encourage diversity among candidates, including, among other aspects, gender, race, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political beliefs.

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