We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Leader for a prestigious 5-star hospitality group with diversified business interests. The successful candidate will primarily oversee the Group Human Resources Hotel function (which constitutes 90% of the role & responsibilities), ensuring alignment of people strategy with business objectives across the hospitality entity and supporting HR functions for sister companies (approx. 10% scope). NB: Only candidates with Minimum 5+ years of senior HR management experience in the hotel industry at the senior level will be considered. NB: Candidates whose primary HR experience is in other industries, such as manufacturing, Public sector and NGO’S are not a good fit and will not be considered. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial & Business Strategy: Lead group-wide compensation and benefits strategy with a focus on competitiveness and cost efficiency; Drive workforce planning, productivity optimization, and labor cost management; Oversee HR budgeting and demonstrate ROI across recruitment, learning, and talent initiatives; Strengthen performance-linked reward systems aligned to business and financial outcomes. 2. People & Culture Leadership: Position the group as an employer of choice in the hotel industry; Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and maintain strong industrial relations; Champion employee engagement, retention programs, and communication channels; Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline aligned to business needs and service standards; Foster a culture grounded in trust, confidentiality, and ethical business practices. 3. HR Systems, Governance & Compliance: Develop and strengthen HR policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks; Lead the Balanced Scorecard performance management implementation; Deploy HR technology systems for data-driven talent decisions; Champion organizational development, culture-building and change initiatives; Lead Health, Safety and Wellness compliance and programs across the group. 4. Learning, Growth & Leadership Development: Develop and manage leadership development and succession programs; Oversee structured learning platforms, mentorship programs and skill-building initiatives; Promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement; Build HR team capability as strategic business partners. 5. Group Support: Provide HR support to sister companies (≈10% workload) to ensure consistency in HR standards and alignment with group values. Key Competencies: Comprehensive knowledge of Kenyan labour law and global HR standards; Strong business acumen and decision-making capabilities; Excellent stakeholder management and board advisory experience; Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills; Results-driven, ethical and self-motivated professional. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with HR specialization; CHRP-K & valid IHRM membership (MANDATORY); Minimum 5 years’ senior HR leadership experience in a hotel environment (MANDATORY); Proven track record in HR transformation and managing industrial relations; Experience in 5-star+ hotels with 150+ staff.
