Human Resources Executive

About the Company

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), is a global business engaged in the shipping sector. As one of the world’s leading container shipping and logistics companies, MSC operates in more than 155 countries with a global network of offices, vessels, and dedicated professionals connecting businesses and communities across continents.

Founded in 1970, MSC is built on strong values of long-term relationships, trust, and entrepreneurial spirit. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, working together to deliver reliable, innovative logistics solutions that support global commerce.

Joining MSC means becoming part of a truly global organization committed to excellence, collaboration, and shaping the future of sustainable shipping.

Job Purpose

The HR Executive is responsible for supporting the full spectrum of Human Resources operations, including recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits administration, payroll support, learning and development, employee engagement, HR reporting and analytics, and compliance. The role serves as a key partner in attracting talent, supporting employee development, driving engagement initiatives, maintaining accurate HR data, and ensuring HR processes comply with company policies and statutory requirements. The position also supports employee recognition programs, CSR activities, wellness initiatives, and organizational culture-building efforts.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Selection:

· Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job posting, applicant screening, interview coordination, and preparation of employment offers.

· Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, qualifications, and competencies aligned with operational and organizational needs.

· Ensure recruitment activities comply with MSC’s transparent hiring practices, ethical standards, and anti-corruption policy.

· Maintain and regularly update the recruitment database, tracking vacancy status, candidate progress, and hiring timelines.

2. Compensation, Benefits, and Payroll Administration Support

· Support HR Senior Executive in salary benchmarking activities and participation in compensation and market surveys.

· Maintain and update salary ranges and compensation documentation, ensuring alignment with internal equity, market data, and approved budgets.

· Assist in the preparation, validation, and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy of employee compensation, allowances, deductions, and statutory contributions.

· Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external providers, as applicable, to ensure timely payroll processing and release.

· Ensure payroll practices comply with labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.

3. HR Systems Management & Reporting:

· Update and maintain HR data on employee positions, job levels, and movement.

· Prepare periodic recruitment and workforce reports.

4. Learning & Development

· Conduct local training & skills needs assessment with management and heads of department

· Coordinate local and global training programs (in-person and e-learning).

· Track training completion, maintain training records, and prepare training reports.

· Support the HR Head in identifying learning needs and creating annual training calendars.

· Act as the agency’s Learning Coordinator for MSC’s Global e-Learning platform.

5. Surveys & Analytics

· Coordinate and promote employee participation in engagement surveys (e.g., PULSE, Q12).

· Compile and analyse results, highlight insights, and assist in action plan preparation.

· Maintain HR data dashboards related to training, participation, and survey results.

6. Employee Engagement & Events

· Participate in Planning, organizing, and implementing employee engagement and recognition events.

· Support CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) and wellness initiatives.

· Encourage employee participation in internal communication campaigns and global activities.

7. Process & Compliance:

· Ensure proper filing and documentation of recruitment and evaluation processes.

· Support internal and external audits related to HR structure and staffing.

· Adhere to confidentiality and data protection standards.

6. Perform such other duties as may be assigned or delegated by the company from time to time.

Key Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, export documentation, or a related role.
• Knowledge of international shipping procedures, export documentation requirements, and trade compliance regulations.
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Instructions, cargo documentation, and shipping operational processes.
• Experience in coordinating with customers, shipping lines, overseas offices, and internal stakeholders to support shipment execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using shipping, documentation, or logistics systems is an advantage.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Business Management, or related field is required.

Skills & Abilities:

· Strong analytical and organizational skills.

· Excellent English communication and attention to detail

· Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and online recruitment tools

· Discretion, integrity, and professionalism.

Experience:

· At least 3 years of relevant Human Resources experience.

· Experience in end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition.

· Experience supporting payroll and compensation administration.

· Experience coordinating employee training and development programs.

· Experience organizing employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and corporate events.

· Experience preparing HR reports and workforce analytics.

· Experience maintaining HR records and ensuring compliance with labor regulations.