Company background:

RSM Eastern Africa LLP is a member firm of the RSM network, a world-leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to entrepreneurial growth-focused organisations globally. The network has a combined staff of over 65,000 with 900 offices across 120 countries and in each of the top 40 major business centres.

RSMEA was founded in 2004 and has developed a powerful network of offices across East Africa. The factor that links RSM member firms is its purpose – THE POWER OF BEING UNDERSTOOD – which is rooted in RSM’s unwavering focus its principles of collaboration, understanding and providing relevant insights and solutions by gaining a deep understanding of what matters to our clients, building a long-term relationship through a client-centric focus, sharing insights of our local and global experts, and design thinking and co-creating solutions. This client-centric approach ensures that we acquire a deep understanding of our clients' needs, which empowers businesses to move forward and realise their full potential. 

RSM in East Africa specialises in Audit & Assurance, Transaction Advisory, Tax Services, Management Consulting, Risk Advisory, and Outsourcing. RSMEA clients range from growth-focused entrepreneurial businesses to leading multinational organisations across many sectors and operating nationally and across borders.
 

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Human Resources Manager with experience specifically handling HR within the financial services industry (banks, insurance companies, SACCOs) to join our HR department at our Nairobi office. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Partner and the Partner in charge of Human Resource Management. 

Responsibilities

  • Partnering with business leaders to understand their goals and develop HR strategies that support those objectives.
  • Managing and resolving complex employee relations issues, fostering positive work relationships, and promoting a healthy work environment.
  • Supporting talent acquisition, development, and retention efforts, including identifying training needs and implementing development programmes.
  • Assisting with organisational changes, implementing change management strategies, and facilitating communication to ensure smooth transitions.
  • Ensuring HR policies and procedures are aligned with business goals and legal requirements, and staying up to date on employment laws and regulations.
  • Providing guidance and support on performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
  • Analysing HR data and metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement, and presenting findings to senior leadership.
  • Supporting the transition of new HR projects and initiatives.
  • Participating in HR projects, working groups, task forces, etc. at the corporate level.
  • Offering team leadership in workforce planning, staffing trends and needs as identified.
  • Leading in HR initiatives or programmes for current issues and solutions.
  • Providing guidance and supervision for staff or team members.
  • Any other relevant duties that may be required from time to time.
     

Educational Background

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field or social sciences (Human Resources Management major) from a recognised university
  • A master’s degree in human resources management will be an added advantage
  • Registered and active member of the Institute of Human Resources Management or any relevant professional membership. 
     

Skills and Competencies

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about their career and committed to professional growth.

To excel in this role, you will need: 

  • Strong project management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines consistently
  • Proven ability to manage a multi-cultural workforce
  • Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally
  • Strong client relationship management skills
  • Highly analytical with good problem-solving skills
  • High level of integrity and ethical conduct
  • A curious mind with a strong desire to learn
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Demonstrates a strategic focus and thinking skills

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RSM is an equal opportunity employer.

 If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding work environment and the chance for you to build your knowledge and expertise while helping your colleagues realise their ambitions, then this is the role for you.

Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected] before Friday, August 22, 2025. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

 

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