Permanent
HR Business Partner - Kenya
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About this role
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
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