Group Human Resource Manager

5 - 7 Years
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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SME’s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation.
Job Description

Our client, a dynamic and growing company in the hospitality industry, is seeking a strategic and experienced Group Human Resource Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions across their various business units.
This role is pivotal in developing and implementing HR strategies, fostering a positive work culture, and ensuring operational excellence through effective people management.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement group-wide HR strategies, policies, and procedures that align with the company’s goals and culture.
Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of talent across all business units.
Lead performance management, employee engagement, and succession planning initiatives.
Ensure compliance with labour laws and handle employee relations matters professionally and discreetly.
Provide guidance and support to managers and team leaders on HR best practices.
Coordinate training and development programs to build skills and support career growth.
Manage payroll oversight, compensation structures, and benefits administration.
Monitor HR metrics and prepare regular reports for senior leadership, offering data-driven insights and recommendations.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s or HR certification (CHRP, SHRM, etc.) is a plus.
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 in a multi-unit or group-level role.
Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and HR compliance.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to build systems and structure in a growing company.
Experience in the hospitality or service industry is highly desirable.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately, high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

Salary: Monthly Net Salary: Kes 70,000-80,000(Approx 545USD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Level: Mid-level
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline for applications: 30/10/2025

Salary: Kshs. 70,000 - Kshs. 80,000
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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