We are looking for a HR Country Representative to cover the Maghreb region (Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco). The role will be based in Tunisia.
Duties would include:
Leads the review of local rewards strategy, policies and guidelines in the country / factory, including compensation review guidelines (and negotiations) and benefits programs, working closely with the HR Country Committee. Leads local specific rewards projects in cooperation with HR Service Centre.
Drives the labour relations strategy in the country/factory. Acts as the main contact and representative with local unions in labour relations issues and agreements. Facilitates conflict management between managers and employees and recommends corrective actions.
Advises local regulations and updates where appropriate for role. Ensures compliance with local regulations including regulatory requirements on HR core processes and country specific regulatory training. Acts as the main contact with local government authorities. Manages internal /external audits and labour suits, including interacting with internal and external counsels and representing Tetra Pak in court when required.
Sets and governs policies and procedures within area of responsibility, including employment terms and conditions, in collaboration with the HR Country Committee.
Secures legal compliance of HR processes and drives alignment with global processes where possible. Guarantees the resourcing process legal compliance. Facilitates company initiated termination process and secures legal compliance and governance.
Supports HR Business Partners in driving local employee engagement actions.
Where appropriate for the role, acts as an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officer for the legal entities (with consultant support) in the country/countries or factory. Monitors or coordinates with the designated OHS officers the OHS performance for area of responsibility.
Supports the training needs in area of responsibility.
Formal HR qualification (ideally Masters level MBA etc)
Ideally must be based in Tunisia
This is a senior impact role but is on middle management level
Must have HR legislation compliance experience – good experience in the local labour laws in Tunisia (e.g. tax compliance, policy compliance, government relations compliance etc)
Knowledge of HR compliance laws for Morocco, Algeria will be a plus
Must be fluent in English and French
Must have knowledge of OH&S laws and policy
Must have knowledge of rewards/compensation & benefit policies/strategies
Good interpersonal skills – able to engage & interact with senior stakeholders
Must have high level of Ethics and Integrity (policy guardians)
Policy writing skills
Must be self-motivated, ambitious and able to operate in a remotely managed environment (multinational experience)