HR Officer

About the role

Brites Management Services is hiring a full-time HR Officer based in Upper Hill, Kenya. The role covers HR administration, payroll, recruitment and employee relations, with regional travel and close work with production and operational teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations: employee records, contracts, onboarding, leave, attendance, staff welfare and HR administration.
• Monitor workforce requirements, attendance, overtime and staffing levels, especially in production and operational teams.
• Run the monthly payroll accurately and on time, including salaries, allowances, overtime, deductions and statutory obligations; reconcile payroll and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding, and handle employee relations matters such as grievances, disciplinary cases, absenteeism and performance concerns.
• Work with production teams on workforce needs, productivity and attendance reporting, and support staff welfare initiatives.
• Plan and run HR projects, ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies, and prepare HR reports for management.
• Provide HR support across the region, including employee visits, recruitment, training and workforce reviews, travelling as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field.
• Higher Diploma in HRM or CHRP qualification required or strongly preferred; IHRM membership an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of relevant HR experience in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Kenyan employment legislation and statutory HR requirements.
• Experience supporting production/manufacturing workforce operations highly preferred.

Required skills

• Extensive practical experience in payroll management.
• Proven experience in employee relations, HR administration and workforce management.

Candidates who meet the qualifications should send their CV by email; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.