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Human Resources · Full-time

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Associate HR Business Partner

Sun King

NairobiMid level · HybridDeadline not published by employerChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

Sun King is hiring an Associate HR Business Partner based in Nairobi, Kenya. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone early in their HR career who wants to gain experience in business partnering by handling operational HR tasks with guidance from an experienced HRBP.

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What you will do

  • Maintain accurate employee data on the HR information system and manage employee records securely.
  • Coordinate onboarding activities including inductions, paperwork, and system access for new employees.
  • Respond to first line employee queries on policies, leave, medical cover, and benefits within set times, referring complex issues to the HR Business Partner.
  • Assist with hiring by scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, conducting reference and background checks, and preparing offer documents.
  • Take minutes during disciplinary and grievance meetings, maintain case files, and monitor probation and performance improvement plan review dates.
  • Prepare monthly reports on headcount, leave, attrition, and probation, and identify any data irregularities.
  • Support engagement activities, wellbeing sessions, and policy awareness initiatives within the business unit.

Requirements

  • Hold a degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
  • Have 1 to 2 years of HR experience, including internships, attachments, or HR assistant roles.
  • Registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management is an advantage (preferred).
  • Demonstrate strong organisational skills and attention to detail, managing multiple requests simultaneously.
  • Maintain discretion and privacy when handling confidential employee information.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally at all levels.
  • Have experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in computer applications.

Benefits

The role offers professional growth in a dynamic, expanding industry with a collaborative and multicultural work environment. Structured learning and development programmes are provided through the Sun Center for Leadership.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact before the closing date, which has not been published.

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