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Human Resources · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent Group

Human Resources Manager

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiManager · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

An undisclosed employer in Nairobi is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function during its transition from a microfinance institution to a fully regulated deposit-taking bank. This role suits an experienced HR professional with strategic leadership skills, ideally with a background in banking or regulated financial services.

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What you will do

  • Develop and implement the annual HR strategy aligned with corporate goals and banking transition plans.
  • Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on workforce strategy, organisational effectiveness, and employee relations.
  • Lead organisation design, workforce planning, and restructuring to support strategic objectives.
  • Develop and manage talent acquisition, succession planning, and performance management frameworks.
  • Drive learning and development initiatives to build leadership and technical capabilities.
  • Champion culture transformation, employee engagement, and change management efforts.
  • Lead HR digital transformation, including HRIS implementation and people analytics.
  • Manage compensation, benefits, and reward systems aligned with market practices and company capacity.
  • Ensure compliance with Kenyan employment law and maintain HR governance and documentation.
  • Support regulatory and banking transition readiness through workforce capability planning and training.
  • Build and lead a high-performing HR team with clear service standards and performance measures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, Industrial Relations, Psychology or related field.
  • Professional HR qualification such as CHRP-K and membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) Kenya.
  • At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, including 5 years in senior HR management or strategic leadership.
  • Experience advising CEOs, Executive Leadership Teams or Boards on strategic people and organisational matters.
  • Strong knowledge of Kenyan employment law, HR governance and employee relations.
  • Experience in banking, microfinance, financial services or regulated environments is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with HRIS implementation, HR digital transformation or people analytics.
  • A Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organisational Development or related field is an advantage.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before the closing date. The employer has not published a closing date.

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