Human Resources & Administration Manager (Maternity Cover)

About the role

Hapag-Lloyd QSC Mauritius is seeking a Human Resources & Administration Manager for a one‑year fixed‑term maternity replacement. You will be responsible for ensuring HR policies align with regional and global standards while supporting all employees in Mauritius.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with regional/global guidelines.
• Supervise payroll processing, ensuring compliance with labour and taxation laws.
• Prepare and manage the HR budget and report expenses to the region.
• Lead full‑cycle recruitment, talent attraction, engagement, development and retention.
• Oversee hiring, confirmation and exit formalities and drive the performance management system.
• Ensure statutory compliance, prepare required reports and advise management on labour law updates.
• Coordinate international HR matters, including expatriate supervision and corporate relocation.
• Manage travel arrangements, visa applications, office facilities, health & safety compliance and vendor relationships.
• Support special projects such as team‑building events and training programs.

Required profile

• Proven experience in designing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of Mauritian labour laws and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience supervising payroll processing and managing HR budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead recruitment, talent management and performance review processes.
• Capability to handle international HR matters, including expatriate and relocation programs.
• Organisational skills to manage travel, visa, facilities and health & safety logistics.

Required skills