HR CONSULTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 HR Advisory & Strategic Support

• Provide professional HR advisory services to clients on various human resource management matters.
• Assess clients’ existing HR structures, practices, and processes and recommend areas for improvement.
• Support organisations in developing and implementing effective HR strategies aligned with their business objectives.
• Advise management on workforce planning, organisational design, employee productivity, and talent management.
• Guide clients on HR best practices and emerging trends in human resource management.
• Provide guidance on complex employee relations and HR management matters.

 HR Policies, Procedures & Compliance

• Develop, review, and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Support clients in establishing comprehensive HR frameworks and standard operating procedures.
• Advise clients on compliance with applicable labour laws, statutory requirements, and employment regulations in Kenya.
• Review employment contracts, job descriptions, HR documentation, and other employment-related records.
• Guide clients on disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, performance management, and workplace policies.
• Identify potential HR compliance risks and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

Recruitment & Talent Management

• Support clients in developing effective recruitment and selection processes.
• Provide guidance on manpower planning, job profiling, and organisational staffing requirements.
• Support the development of job descriptions, competency frameworks, and recruitment policies.
• Advise on talent acquisition, employee retention, succession planning, and career development.
• Participate in recruitment and selection assignments where required.
• Support clients in developing effective onboarding and employee integration processes.

Performance Management & Employee Development

• Design and implement performance management systems and appraisal frameworks.
• Support clients in developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and performance evaluation tools.
• Advise management on performance improvement plans and employee productivity.
• Identify employee training and development needs.
• Support the development of training plans, learning interventions, and employee development programmes.
• Advise on employee engagement, motivation, and retention strategies.

 Employee Relations & Industrial Relations

• Provide guidance on employee relations, disciplinary management, and grievance resolution.
• Advise clients on handling employee misconduct, workplace disputes, and employment-related conflicts.
• Support the development and implementation of fair and consistent disciplinary procedures.
• Guide management on employee separation, termination, redundancy, and exit management processes.
• Support workplace investigations and recommend appropriate HR interventions.
• Promote positive employee relations and a healthy workplace culture.

HR Operations & Administration

• Support clients in establishing and strengthening their HR departments and administrative systems.
• Review and improve HR operational processes, including leave management, attendance, employee records, and payroll coordination.
• Develop HR reporting templates, staff records, and management information systems.
• Support the development of organisational structures and reporting lines.
• Advise on HR systems, processes, and tools that enhance operational efficiency.
• Conduct HR audits and recommend appropriate improvements.

Client Engagement & Consultancy Delivery

• Build and maintain professional relationships with assigned clients.
• Conduct client HR needs assessments and develop appropriate intervention plans.
• Prepare consultancy reports, HR assessments, recommendations, and implementation plans.
• Provide timely feedback and updates on assigned client engagements.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgement when handling sensitive HR matters.
• Deliver agreed consultancy assignments within stipulated timelines and quality standards.
• Represent Brites Management Services professionally in all client engagements.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management or a closely related field.
• Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience working as an HR Consultant, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or in a senior HR management position.
• Demonstrated experience in providing HR advisory and consultancy services or managing comprehensive HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan employment and labour laws and HR best practices.
• Membership in a recognised professional HR body, such as IHRM, will be an added advantage.
• Relevant professional HR certifications or additional training will be an added advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.