Professions - Human Resource South Africa FULL TIME Job Summary ey Accountabilities: HR Generalist Service Delivery: * Deliver comprehensive HR generalist services across assigned Marketing & Functions in Kenya * Act as a proactive partner for leadership teams, ensuring high levels of service excellence and support * Advise managers on HR practices, policies, and procedures to strengthen business partnering * Assist in embedding HR common platforms and best practices across the organisation Industrial & Employee Relations: * Provide oversight of IR and ER matters, ensuring compliance and fair labour practices * Manage disciplinary hearings and ensure procedural fairness throughout all processes * Liaise with trade unions and employee representatives to foster effective relationships * Ensure all ER matters are handled in accordance with Kenyan labour legislation Talent Management & Development: * Support career development, talent management, and succession planning processes * Facilitate performance management processes across all levels * Conduct skills and capability gap analysis and support appropriate interventions * Manage recruitment, placement, and organisational development needs Diversity & Transformation: * Drive diversity, transformation, and employment equity initiatives * Lead change management activities to drive sustainable transformation * Support the implementation of Employee Wellbeing programmes * Drive employee engagement through EVP (Employee Value Proposition) initiatives Remuneration & Compliance: * Coordinate remuneration processes including grading, salary reviews, and promotions ensuring compliance with company policies * Ensure accurate SAP data uploads and maintenance * Ensure all HR processes comply with local labour legislation and company governance requirements Strategic HR Projects: * Participate in HR projects impacting assigned function/market * Review HR policies and recommend improvements to support the "Best Employer" journey * Lead and support organisational change initiatives * Partner with regional and global HR teams on strategic initiatives What You Bring: Essential Qualifications: * HR degree or equivalent (Essential) Essential Experience: * Minimum 7–10 years' experience in HR with comprehensive exposure to: + Resourcing and talent acquisition + Industrial Relations (IR) and Employee Relations (ER) + Organisational development + HR service delivery + Remuneration and benefits administration * Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist in a corporate environment * Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour legislation and employment law (Essential) * Experience working in multinational or FMCG environments (highly advantageous) Technical Knowledge: * Strong knowledge of HR best practices and contemporary HR trends * HR business partnering expertise – strategic and operational * Deep understanding of Kenyan and SSA labour legislation and regulatory requirements * Performance management processes and frameworks * Talent management and succession planning methodologies * Remuneration principles including job grading, salary benchmarking, and reward frameworks * SAP HR or similar HRIS systems experience (advantageous) * Employment equity and diversity principles and compliance Key Skills & Competencies: Communication & Influencing: * Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal * Strong coaching and mentoring abilities for managers and employees * Negotiation skills – able to navigate complex IR/ER situations * Influencing capability – can drive change and gain buy-in across all levels Analytical & Problem-Solving: * Strong analytical capability – can interpret HR data and metrics to drive insights * Problem-solving mindset – proactive in identifying issues and developing solutions * Critical thinking – able to assess situations objectively and recommend appropriate interventions Stakeholder Management: * Excellent relationship-building skills with leadership, employees, unions, and external partners * Credibility and gravitas to partner effectively with senior leadership * Collaborative approach – works well across HR and business functions * Cultural sensitivity – able to work effectively in diverse environments Personal Attributes: * Strategic thinker with operational excellence * Business acumen – understands commercial drivers and aligns HR to business needs * Proactive and results-driven – takes ownership and delivers outcomes * High integrity and confidentiality – maintains trust and professionalism * Resilient and adaptable – thrives in fast-paced, changing environments * Detail-oriented whilst maintaining strategic perspective * Change agent – comfortable leading and supporting transformation Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Manpower Group Recruiter