Human Resources and RecruitmentFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
Role Purpose
This role is responsible for aligning the business unit’s people’s strategy with its overall business strategy. Working closely with line managers and key stakeholders, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) supports the setting of priorities, drives value‑adding initiatives, and contributes to the delivery of business results. The HR Business Partner serves as the primary point of contact for all HR matters within the supported units, providing guidance on HR policies, processes, and execution, ensuring a positive and consistent employee and manager experience across the full employee lifecycle within the assigned areas.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the single point of contact for the supported business units, providing strategic and operational HR advice while building managers’ capability to effectively lead and manage their teams.
Support the development and sustenance of a strong organizational culture, while continuously enhancing the overall employee experience.
Participate in talent acquisition activities, including job profiling, interviewing, and onboarding, to ensure the attraction and integration of the right talent.
Lead and support the communication and implementation of change initiatives, acting as a change catalyst within the business unit.
Act as a counsellor, coach, and mentor to staff and line managers on HR‑related matters.
Coordinate and drive the development of a high‑performance culture through the effective implementation of integrated performance management frameworks and appropriate success measures.
Coordinate and, where required, administer training and development initiatives, including training needs assessments and mitigation plans.
Support the business in aligning people and business strategies, directions, and objectives through appropriate HR advice and interventions.
Core Accountabilities and Deliverables
Act as the primary HR partner to assigned business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant HR advice and support.
Deliver effective people strategy execution, with clear alignment between business objectives and workforce plans.
Contribute to a strong and consistent organizational culture through engagement initiatives and feedback mechanisms.
Support the end‑to‑end talent lifecycle including approved job profiles, interview participation, and onboarding effectiveness.
Drive successful implementation of change initiatives with minimal disruption to business operations.
Enable a high‑performance culture through effective monitoring of performance management processes.
Coordinate and support learning and development initiatives.
Provide coaching and advisory support to line managers to improve people management capability.
Ensure HR policies, processes, and practices are consistently applied supporting governance, audit, and risk requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience: At least 7 – 10 years in an HR Relationship Management position with experience in other core areas of HR (Talent acquisition, Employee relations, Reward, Talent management, Learning & Development, HR Services).
Leadership: At least 3 years of team leadership experience.
Legal Knowledge: Knowledge and/or experience with national and regional labor law, tax, and social security regulations.
Education: Minimum - Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business, Finance, Social Sciences, or a related field. (Master’s degree an added advantage).
Professional Certification: Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Professional Membership: A current member of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM K) or similar reputable HR professional body.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Equity Bank recruitment portal at equitybank.taleo.net. You can also access the application through the following link: Apply via MyJobMag.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Equity Bank recruitment portal at equitybank.taleo.net. You can also access the application through the following link: Apply via MyJobMag.
