HR Business Partner (Sénégal)

Location: Dakar, Senegal Workplace: onsite Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world. We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally. Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values. Main Mission As a Senior HR Business Partner , you will play a key role in aligning the company's HR strategy with its overall business objectives. With solid experience in Human Resources, you will combine a strategic advisory role with managers and senior leadership, strong analytical capabilities in HR Data & Analytics, and a thorough understanding of HR administration and operational processes. You will act as a trusted business partner, providing data-driven insights, supporting organizational development, and ensuring the efficiency and compliance of HR operations. Responsibilities & Key Duties 1. Strategic HR Business Partnership Partner with senior leadership and managers to support team management, organizational design, and departmental development. Lead talent management initiatives, performance reviews, skills development, and workforce planning (GPEC). Drive and facilitate change management initiatives during organizational transformations and restructuring projects. Provide strategic HR guidance to managers, ensuring alignment between people management practices and business priorities. 2. HR Data, Analytics & Performance Management Design, monitor, and analyze HR dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Leverage HR data to identify trends, detect potential issues, and provide actionable, data-driven recommendations to support decision-making. Develop and optimize HR reporting processes for senior management. Translate HR metrics into meaningful insights to support workforce planning and organizational performance. 3. HR Administration, Processes & Payroll Coordination Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and internal HR policies and procedures. Oversee employee administration, including employment contracts, amendments, onboarding documentation, employee records, and offboarding processes. Maintain a strong understanding of payroll statements and ensure their accuracy through proper review and control. While not directly responsible for payroll processing or calculations, you will understand payroll flows, contributions, and potential discrepancies, acting as a key point of contact between HR and the Payroll/Accounting teams. Review, formalize, streamline, and continuously improve existing HR processes and workflows. Candidate Profile Education: Master's degree (Master 2) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business School, or an equivalent qualification. Experience: Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in a similar HR Business Partner role, ideally within a fast-paced environment, startup, or growing organization. Required Skills & Competencies Strong Analytical Skills: Excellent command of Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and advanced formulas. Familiarity with HRIS platforms and data visualization tools such as Power BI is highly valued. HR Administration & Payroll Knowledge: Strong understanding of labor law, HR administrative processes, and the ability to review, interpret, and analyze payroll statements. Languages: Excellent command of both French and English, written and spoken. Strategic Advisory Skills: Ability to act as a trusted advisor, influence stakeholders, and effectively communicate with and convince C-level executives. Personal Attributes: Highly organized, structured, rigorous, and solution-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. At Yassir, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. So, if you're ready to bring your unique perspective and experiences to the table, then we're excited to listen. Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together. We look forward to receiving your application! Best of luck, Your Yassir TA Team