Job :
Reporting to the Legal Department / Legal & Labor Relations, the Senior Legal Counsel in Social Law will have the following main responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice in Moroccan labor law to HR and operational teams
- Manage disciplinary cases, dismissals, social litigation, and individual labor relations
- Legally secure HR practices and ensure compliance with current social legislation
- Draft, analyze, and validate employment contracts, amendments, internal procedures, and legal documents
- Monitor and manage litigation in coordination with external lawyers and firms
- Represent the company before competent administrations and courts if necessary
- Support strategic projects with social impact (reorganizations, organizational changes, etc.)
- Identify and anticipate legal risks related to social relations and propose mitigation plans
- Participate in internal audits and social compliance checks
- Ensure regular legal monitoring in Moroccan social law
- Interact with local and international stakeholders, particularly in English, in a global corporate context
Required profile :
The ideal candidate is a lawyer registered with the Bar in Morocco, with solid experience in social law and the ability to work in a demanding international environment.
Required skills and qualifications:
- Lawyer registered with the Bar in Morocco (mandatory)
- Minimum of 9 to 10 years of experience in social law / labor law
- Excellent command of Moroccan labor law and litigation procedures
- Significant experience in a recognized law firm and/or structured company (multinational highly appreciated)
- Fluent English (C1 level desired) with the ability to interact with international stakeholders
- Excellent analytical, legal writing, and synthesis skills
Personal qualities:
- Strong advisory skills and business orientation
- Rigor, discretion, and sense of confidentiality
- Autonomy and ability to manage complex cases
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Structured, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic and high-growth environment
Experience in a multinational environment, BPO, or in managing high-volume social issues is a major asset.