HR Business Partner

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: Casablanca, Morocco

Job summary The HR Business Partner (HRBP) plays a strategic role in supporting Company's Casablanca operations and aligning HR practices with business objectives. Acting as a trusted advisor to local leadership, the HRBP ensures compliance with Moroccan labor law, drives employee engagement, and leads core HR functions including talent management, employee relations, policy development, and cultural initiatives. The HRBP will foster a high performance, values-driven, and compliant workplace while supporting long-term business growth.

*Main Responsibilities
Accountability*
Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as a strategic partner to leaders in Morocco to drive HR solutions aligned with local and regional business strategies.
• Lead workforce planning, talent reviews, and succession planning across the Casablanca office.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on people management, leadership, and team development.

Payroll Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience managing payroll processes, compliance with Moroccan payroll regulations, and liaising with

Finance for payroll accuracy.

Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for key roles in coordination with Talent Acquisition teams.
• Represent the company in Morocco's job market and career fairs, enhancing employer branding and local outreach.
• Improve recruitment processes to meet time-to-fill and quality-of-hire goals.

Onboarding & Integration

• Deliver a comprehensive onboarding program adapted to the Moroccan employment context.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth onboarding, including IT, payroll, and administration.

Performance & Talent Management

• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals.
• Partner with managers to identify high-potential employees and lead development planning initiatives.
• Implement talent reviews, learning roadmaps, and career pathing frameworks.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Lead employee engagement initiatives including surveys and action planning.
• Promote local wellness programs and DEI efforts tailored to the Moroccan workforce.
• Foster a values-driven, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• Collaborate with Finance and regional HR to maintain competitive compensation and benefits in line with local

benchmarks.

• Manage local benefits such as CNSS, medical insurance, and paid leave policies.
• Participate in compensation reviews and incentive planning.

Employee Relations & Morocco Labor Law Compliance

• Serve as the main point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring fair and legally compliant resolutions.
• Ensure HR practices comply with Morocco's labor code, social security requirements (CNSS), and internal policies.
• Lead or support disciplinary investigations and documentation in line with legal standards.

HR Operations & Systems

• Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS and ensure data integrity for reporting purposes.
• Drive HR process automation and digitization initiatives where possible.
• Act as a backup for HR systems and metrics reporting

Policy & Governance

• Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with Morccolabor regulations and internal standards.
• Lead or support internal audits, compliance checks, and risk mitigation activities.

Key relationships

Relationship

Internal/External

Brief Description

Business Leadership

Internal

• Strategic partner in talent and organizational decisions

HR Team

Internal

• Collaboration across centers of excellence and operations

Legal & Compliance

Internal

• Ensures compliance with Morocco labor law and internal policies

Immigration / PRO

Internal

• Manages visa processes, labor contracts, and employee mobility

Finance

Internal

• Budget alignment, payroll coordination, and cost control

External Vendors

Internal

• Coordinates with external recruiters, legal counsel, benefits providers

Role Dimensions

Decision Making:

• Advises senior leadership on HR strategies and talent decisions.
• Approves people-related actions (e.g., performance interventions, compensation proposals) in line with policy.
• Leads initiatives with cross-functional impact across business units and geography

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required)
• Master's degree or MBA in Human Resources or related field (preferred)
• Certifications such as CIPD, SHRM, or PHR are a strong plus

Preferred Qualifications
MBA in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Required Experience

• 6–8+ years of progressive experience in HR roles, with at least 3 years in a strategic HRBP or advisory capacity
• Strong knowledge of Moroccan payroll and labor law, employee relations, and regulatory compliance
• Experience in multinational or regional business environments

Preferred Experience

• HRIS and Software Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in using HRIS, payroll software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration and relationship-building.
• Multitasking and Attention to Detail: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical skills with a proven track record of effective problem-solving.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Experienced in handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism,

ensuring compliance with HR policies and employment laws..

Critical Knowledge Requirements

Description
HR Policies and Procedures

In-depth understanding of internal HR policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and effective implementation

Payroll and Compensation Systems

Advanced knowledge of payroll processes, local tax/social security regulations, and payroll software. Ability to oversee payroll accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and collaborate with Finance.

Employment Laws and Regulations

Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance in all HR processes.

Payroll and Compensation

Systems

Familiarity with payroll systems and compensation structures to manage accurate payroll processing and

reporting.

Talent Acquisition Strategies

Understanding of effective recruitment and selection strategies to attract and retain top talent.

Employee Relations Best Practices

Knowledge of best practices in managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

Manager Instructions:
Skills are the practical application of knowledge that enable a candidate to perform job-related tasks. Identify the key skills required for the job, which may include technical skills, analytical skills, communication skills, problem-solving skills, and leadership skills.

Required Skills
Level of proficiency

Description
HRIS Proficiency

Advanced

Ability to effectively navigate and utilize HRIS for data management, reporting, and analytics.

Payroll Management

Advanced

Ability to oversee and manage payroll operations, ensuring compliance with Moroccan labor laws and company policies

Communication Skills

Advanced

Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with employees and

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