Human Resource Manager

Our client, in the financial and insurance sector, is seeking to hire a strategic and results-oriented Human Resource Manager to lead their human capital function. This role requires a proven professional with a data-driven approach to developing and executing a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with core business objectives, corporate governance, and long-term organizational growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for maximizing workforce productivity, fostering an inclusive high-performance culture, and translating HR metrics into tangible business value. This is a key position for reinforcing the company’s leadership position through impactful talent management, strategic succession planning, and robust compliance within a highly regulated environment

Job Summary

The Human Resource Manager will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring full compliance with Kenyan Labour Laws while fostering a high-performance culture. You will act as a strategic partner to leadership and a champion for employee welfare and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures; provide leadership in general administration and secretariat services to the HR Advisory.
• Lead workforce planning and end-to-end recruitment (including expatriate hiring) to ensure the organization possesses the requisite competencies to meet its objectives.
• Coordinate appraisals, development planning, and succession strategies to improve individual and organizational output.
• Manage industrial relations, resolve grievances/disciplinary matters, and foster a positive culture through engagement and recognition programs.
• Conduct training needs assessments and organize learning programs to build staff capacity and embrace emerging technological trends.
• Ensure 100% compliance with Kenyan Labour Laws, KRA, NSSF, SHA/SHIF, and OSHA. Lead HR audits and maintain statutory documentation.
• Identify high-potential employees and develop leadership pipelines to ensure continuity for critical roles across all departments
• Oversee the HR Information System (HRIS), leveraging people analytics to provide data-driven insights on turnover, attrition, and workforce productivity to the Board.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, and the wider financial community.

• Oversee accurate payroll processing, statutory deductions, and the administration of pension schemes, medical insurance, and wellness programs.
• Manage the HR budget and provide monthly/annual reports on headcount, turnover, and disciplinary metrics.
• Undertake job analysis, review job descriptions, monitor service contracts, and manage staff leave rosters to ensure work-life balance.
• Provide coaching to line managers and oversee the orientation of new staff, interns, and attachés.
• Participate in internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and clarifying policy compliance.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources.
• Higher Diploma in HRM or CHRP-K; Must be a member of IHRM with a current practicing certificate.
•  Minimum of 10 years of relevant HR experience, in a managerial role, specifically within the Insurance Services sector.
• Must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

• Expert knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws and HRIS systems.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven track record in coaching and mentoring diverse teams.

If you meet the above qualifications, please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@orchidhr.co.ke with the subject line “Human Resource Manager” by 5th January 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.