HR Management Technician

Barcelona, Spain·Full-time·Added 6 days ago

ISGlobal

7 open roles

What they offer

  • €23,582 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

    About €1,580 a month after tax.

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    ISGlobal doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Catalan

    The ad asks for Catalan, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

The role

We are looking for a People Management Technician to provide support to the Human Resources area, especially in personnel administration. The selected person will collaborate closely with the person responsible for the area in payroll management, staff assistance, hiring, administrative databases, intranet, occupational risk prevention, and international mobility.

What you'll do

  • Management and maintenance of personnel control (hired and assigned to the center).

  • Maintenance of physical and digital files of the workers.

  • Payroll management: monitoring, reviewing, and coordinating the payment process with the payroll service provider.

  • Time and absenteeism management (vacations, leaves, travel, time tracking).

  • Administrative management of employment contracts.

  • Support for the international mobility of researchers: visa management and assistance in the processes of obtaining residence and work permits in Spain.

  • Support in the management of occupational risk prevention.

How you'll work

  • Duration: permanent contract

  • Start date: as soon as possible

  • Contract type: Full time

  • Salary: €23,582 gross per year

  • Work-life balance: 36 days off per year (23 vacation days + 13 personal days)

AUXILIARY TASKS

This job description reflects its current requirements, but it may evolve at any time in the future as functions and responsibilities change and/or develop, provided that due consultation is carried out with the job holder.

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.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Teamwork.

  • Commitment to the values and objectives of the organization.

  • High motivation for direct interaction with people.

  • Ability to balance interpersonal sensitivity and administrative rigor.

  • Patience, diplomacy, and mediation skills.

  • Proactivity, initiative, and dynamism.

  • Ability to work in a team and coordinate with different departments.

  • Excellent communication skills and information management in cross-functional environments.

The job holder must adhere to ISGlobal's principles contained in the people management policy, including equity, diversity, and safety at work. Likewise, they will be responsible for complying with ISGlobal's policies and procedures.

  • Practical experience in personnel administration: management of contracts, registrations, terminations, and contractual modifications.

  • Knowledge and application of current Spanish labor legislation.

  • Experience in payroll management and monitoring, including coordination with payroll services or external providers.

  • Handling of time tracking processes, time management, and absenteeism.

  • Knowledge or experience in international mobility (visas, residence and work permits) for research staff.

  • Familiarity with occupational risk prevention processes and coordination with external services.

  • Proficiency in office tools and personnel administrative management systems.

  • Ability to manage confidential information with rigor, discretion, and responsibility.

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Labor Relations and Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Psychology, or related disciplines.

  • Minimum professional experience of 1-2 years in administration and/or personnel management positions.

  • Previous experience in research centers, universities, foundations, or third-sector organizations will be particularly valued.

  • Experience in environments with high diversity of professional profiles and complex organizational structures.

Languages

  • Good command of English, Catalan, and Spanish

Hiring process

Interested persons must complete the application form and attach their CV and a cover letter. Each attached document must be named with the candidate's first and last name.

The receipt of applications will be open until September 30, 2026.

Interviews may be conducted during the application period.

The submission of diverse applications is encouraged, including diversity of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, physical abilities, and political opinions.

The selection process consists of two phases:

1- Technical interview with the team requiring the hire, to evaluate the candidate's competencies and CV.
2- Meeting with HR with the finalist(s) to finalize the profile evaluation and discuss contractual and institutional matters.

If necessary, a technical test may be carried out. For structural or cross-functional positions, a Psychological Competency Assessment will be mandatory.

In accordance with OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced selection committee is established for each vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the applications, the committee will begin interviews, which will include at least one technical interview and one administrative interview. During the process, a profile questionnaire and/or a technical test may be requested.

At ISGlobal, we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected, and to promoting equal opportunities between women and men in all areas in which we operate, without tolerating any type of discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, functional diversity, political ideology, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

We confirm our commitment to the value of diversity of our staff and our student community, promoting peace, equity, diversity, and inclusion as essential elements to contribute to the improvement of 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

ISGlobal (Barcelona Institute for Global Health) is a leading institute that addresses global public health challenges through research, transfer to public policy, and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in 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 Course; 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 awarded by the Ministry of Science of Spain.

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