Our client, a well known Security company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Group HR Manager to lead their Human Resources function in Kenya.
The successful candidate will be well-versed in employment laws, experienced in handling legal matters, and confident in managing union negotiations, disciplinary procedures, and recruitment. This role requires a proactive professional who ensures compliance, drives HR best practices, and supports business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure full compliance with the Employment Act and all relevant labor laws.
- Handle legal matters, including liaising with lawyers and attending court proceedings as required.
- Negotiate and maintain productive relationships with unions to ensure smooth labor relations.
- Keep employment contracts and company HR policies up to date with legal and industry changes.
- Lead and oversee disciplinary processes, ensuring fair and legally compliant outcomes.
- Implement and monitor performance review processes to drive employee development.
- Handle workplace disputes and grievances in a professional and legally compliant manner.
- Oversee recruitment processes, ensuring the right talent is attracted and retained.
- Develop strategies to enhance workforce planning and succession planning.
- Ensure HR processes are streamlined and leveraging technology for efficiency.
- Maintain and manage HR systems, databases, and records effectively.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
- Member of IHRM
- Minimum of 10 years of HR management experience, preferably in a fast-paced industry.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws, legal proceedings, and court processes.
- Proven experience in union negotiations and maintaining strong industrial relations.
- Strong understanding of disciplinary procedures and HR best practices.
- Experience in performance management and employee development.
- Excellent knowledge of recruitment processes and talent management strategies.
- Highly computer literate, with proficiency in HR software, Microsoft Office, and data management tools.
- Confident, assertive, and proactive in handling challenges and driving HR initiatives.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
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