HR Generalist Jobs in Bahrain

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> &nbsp;The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading the overall HR strategy, talent management, employee relations, learning and development, and&nbsp; culture for the property. As a key strategic partner to the General Manager and Executive Committee, this role ensures full alignment between business objectives and human capital management while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and fostering an engaging, high-performance work environment.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>How You Will Make a Difference; What We’re Looking For<br>Pre-Opening Strategy, Budgeting &amp; Setup</strong><br><ul><li>Develop and execute the pre-opening HR master plan, countdown schedules, and critical path activities.</li><li>Formulate the hotel’s HR operating budget, pre-opening payroll budget, manning guide, and benefits strategy.</li><li>Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs), employee handbook policies, and HR systems (HRIS, time &amp; attendance) in alignment with corporate and local standards.</li><li>Coordinate employee housing, transportation, cafeteria setup, and welfare facilities prior to staff arrival.</li></ul><strong>Recruitment</strong><br><ul><li>Create and execute global and regional recruitment strategies to source high-caliber luxury hospitality talent.</li><li>Organize career fairs, and digital sourcing campaigns to fill all operational and managerial roles.</li><li>Manage pre-employment processes, including background checks, medical clearances, and offer issuance.</li></ul><strong>Government Relations &amp; Local Compliance</strong><br><ul><li>Oversee the Public Relations Officer (PRO) and Government Relations team to manage work visas, residency permits, and LMRA (Labour Market Regulatory Authority) processes smoothly.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with <strong>Bahrain Labour Law</strong> and maintain required <strong>Bahrainisation percentage quotas</strong>.</li><li>Maintain relationship networks with local labor authorities, ministries, and hospitality training institutions in Bahrain.</li></ul><strong>&nbsp;Learning, Development &amp; Culture</strong><br><ul><li>Partner with department heads to design and roll out brand immersion, luxury service standards, and pre-opening simulation training.</li><li>Oversee the onboarding and orientation programs for all new hires arriving in waves before opening.</li><li>Establish a positive, inclusive organizational culture focused on guest delight, team well-being, and internal growth.</li></ul><strong>Compensation, Benefits &amp; Employee Relations</strong><br><ul><li>Design competitive salary scales and benefits packages tailored to the Bahrain market.</li><li>Establish grievance procedures, disciplinary frameworks, and performance appraisal systems.</li><li>Manage team engagement activities, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives to drive high retention during high-stress pre-opening phases.</li></ul> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <br> General Information <br> <br> Ref # <br> 236809 <br> <br> Location <br> Bahrain-Bahrain <br> <br> Job family <br> Not Specified <br> <br> <ul><li><span>Closing Date:</span> <span>2026-09-22</span></li></ul><br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> </div>

Role Description The HR Executive / HR Coordinator / HR Officer is responsible for supporting and coordinating a broad range of human resources activities, employee services, HR administration, and people-related processes. The role helps ensure that HR operations are organized, efficient, compliant with internal policies, and responsive to employee and business needs. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate employee records, preparing HR documentation, updating personnel information, coordinating employee lifecycle activities, and supporting day-to-day HR administration. The role may involve processing onboarding and offboarding documentation, maintaining attendance and leave records, preparing employment-related documents, and ensuring HR information is kept organized and up to date. The position supports recruitment and talent acquisition activities by coordinating job postings, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, preparing recruitment documentation, and assisting hiring teams throughout the recruitment process. The HR Executive may also support onboarding activities and ensure that new employees receive relevant information, documentation, and resources. The role involves responding to routine employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, leave, payroll-related matters, company procedures, and other workplace topics. Where necessary, more complex matters should be escalated to the appropriate HR manager or specialist while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. The HR Executive / HR Coordinator / HR Officer may also support performance management, employee engagement, training coordination, HR events, internal communications, and employee development initiatives. Responsibilities can include organizing training sessions, maintaining participation records, preparing HR reports, and assisting with employee engagement activities. HR data management is an important part of the role. The position may involve maintaining HR databases, HRIS platforms, spreadsheets, personnel files, and reporting systems. The successful candidate should ensure that information is accurate, properly documented, securely handled, and accessible only to authorized individuals. The role requires close collaboration with management, employees, payroll, finance, recruitment teams, department leaders, and external service providers where appropriate. The HR professional should help ensure that HR processes are completed accurately and efficiently while supporting a positive employee experience. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong organization, communication, attention to detail, discretion, and interpersonal skills. The ability to handle confidential information responsibly, manage multiple priorities, and provide professional support to employees and management is essential. Qualifications Strong understanding of human resources administration, employee lifecycle processes, recruitment coordination, and workplace procedures. Ability to maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, HR databases, HRIS systems, and related documentation. Good knowledge of recruitment coordination, interview scheduling, candidate communication, onboarding, and offboarding processes. Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, employee documentation, leave management, attendance tracking, and general HR administration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and approachable communication style. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, candidates, and external stakeholders. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple HR tasks, requests, and deadlines. High level of attention to detail when preparing documents, updating records, processing information, and preparing reports. Ability to handle confidential employee and company information with discretion and professionalism. Familiarity with HRIS platforms, applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Microsoft Word, and other HR or office software. Ability to prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, employee communications, administrative documents, and routine HR correspondence. Strong problem-solving skills and good judgment when responding to routine employee inquiries or HR administrative matters. Ability to follow company policies, HR procedures, internal controls, and applicable employment requirements. Ability to coordinate effectively with recruitment, payroll, finance, management, and other departments. Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to provide timely and helpful support to employees. Ability to manage sensitive conversations professionally and escalate complex issues when appropriate. Proactive, dependable, organized, and adaptable approach to HR responsibilities. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related discipline is preferred.

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> &nbsp;The HR Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department, assisting with onboarding, employee records, government relations administration, and team welfare initiatives while facilitating staff mobilization during the pre-opening phase.&nbsp;<br><br><ul><li><strong>Pre-Opening Mobilization Support:</strong> Assist with pre-opening staff arrivals, including flight bookings, airport pickups, employee housing allocation, welcome kit distribution, and medical/visa scheduling.</li><li><strong>Onboarding &amp; Administration:</strong> Coordinate the joining paperwork for new hires, create employee files, register staff in the HRIS, and manage time and attendance tracking.</li><li><strong>Government Relations Liaison:</strong> Prepare documentation for work permits, residency visas, CPR applications, and occupational health checks in coordination with the Public Relations Officer (PRO).</li><li><strong>Employee Welfare &amp; Communication:</strong> Support staff housing operations, team cafeteria logistics, employee recognition programs, and departmental administrative events.</li><li><strong>General HR Support:</strong> Maintain updated employee records, respond to general staff inquiries, prepare employment certificates, and assist with monthly HR reporting.</li></ul> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span><br>POSITION SUMMARY<br>Answer phone calls and record messages. Create and maintain filing systems. File and maintain applicant interview documentation and records. File, track, and process employment applications. Create and type office correspondence using a computer. Audit and coordinate distribution of paychecks. Communicate to all applicants receiving a job offer the necessary documentation required to bring on first day of employment in order to complete I-9 employment verification forms. Create new employee personnel file. Design and update the display and content of employee communication bulletin boards (e.g., with regard to employment, recruitment, transfers, and promotions). Post all necessary legal or regulatory notices related to Human Resources in view of all employees as required by law.<br>Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures, report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.<br>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<br>Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.<br>Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.<br>Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.<br>License or Certification: None<br>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.<br>When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather&nbsp;and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver&nbsp;a&nbsp;meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore&nbsp;your next career opportunity&nbsp;with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’. In joining Sheraton Hotels &amp; Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​&nbsp;begin&nbsp;your purpose,&nbsp;belong&nbsp;to an amazing global​&nbsp;team, and&nbsp;become&nbsp;the best version of you.</span> </div>

<p>We are currently looking for an HR &amp; Client Services Officer to join our team. Duties &amp; Responsibilities: Handles Clients Accounts. Provides administrative and clerical support. Documents Human Resources actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records. Maintains Human Resources records by recording new hires, transfers, terminations, tracking vacations and attendance. Provides basic counseling and applies disciplinary action to employee who have performance and related obstacles. Process payrolls for the assigned clients. Assists the department with regard to developing and implementing HR Policies. Assists in Graduate Employment Program and Salary Support Scheme during employees registration, claim preparation and follows-ups. Prepares and follow up pre-employment documents and contracts. Conducts pre-employment induction. Assists in organizing special events, special projects, sending announcements and writing memos. Accomplishes Human Resources Department and Company s mission by completing related results as needed. Operate as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to the client. Perform other duties as assigned. Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Management or Any related Field.</li><li>Minimum 2 Years of working experience in the HR field.</li><li>Must be knowledgeable of Bahraini labor law, payroll processing, &amp; policies and approaches.</li><li>Professional Qualification in HR is desirable.</li></ul>

<p><h4>Position summary</h4> <p>Answer phone calls and record messages. Create and maintain filing systems. File and maintain applicant interview documentation and records. File, track, and process employment applications. Create and type office correspondence using a computer. Audit and coordinate distribution of paychecks. Communicate to all applicants receiving a job offer the necessary documentation required to bring on first day of employment in order to complete I-9 employment verification forms. Create new employee personnel file. Design and update the display and content of employee communication bulletin boards (e.g., with regard to employment, recruitment, transfers, and promotions). Post all necessary legal or regulatory notices related to Human Resources in view of all employees as required by law.</p> <p>Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures, report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.</p> <h4>Preferred qualifications</h4> <ul> <li>Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.</li> <li>Related work experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.</li> <li>Supervisory experience: No supervisory experience.</li> <li>License or certification: None.</li> </ul> <p>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.</p> <p>When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’.</p> <p>In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</p></p><p></p>