Senior Talent Operations Specialist at CloudFactory in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Senior Talent Operations Specialist

    CloudFactoryNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    6 days ago

    Apply by

    1 Sept

    Contractor
    On Site
    Senior
    ICT & Telecommunications
    Human Resources & Recruitment

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    Job Description

    As a Senior Talent Operations Specialist, you will independently own key employee lifecycle and talent operations processes, from onboarding and offboarding program design to complex audits and employee relations casework. You will partner with regional Talent teams and business stakeholders to improve processes, adopt new technology, and ensure consistent, compliant execution across the organization. This is a great opportunity to deepen your HR operations expertise within a mission-driven, fast-scaling organization.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Support the development and implementation of onboarding and offboarding processes, helping ensure a seamless transition for employees joining or leaving the organization.
    • Collaborate with regional Talent teams to tailor employee lifecycle programs to meet local legal requirements and cultural norms.
    • Analyze data from employee lifecycle stages to identify trends and opportunities for enhancing engagement and retention.
    • Take ownership of specific Talent processes or initiatives, contributing to the design, implementation, and evaluation of process improvements that drive efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Champion the use of technology and digital tools to optimize Talent processes, leveraging data analytics and automation to enhance decision-making and user experience.
    • Support the delivery of training sessions for Talent practitioners and business partners on process standards and best practices.
    • Draft complex employee relations communications, including investigative reports and case summaries.
    • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on sensitive matters.
    • Communicate complex Talent policies and procedures to employees and managers.
    • Independently conduct internal and external audits on employee relations processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
    • Independently mediate and facilitate conflict resolution between employees.
    • Conduct investigations of minor employee relations issues.

    Required Qualifications

    • Talent process knowledge: possesses in-depth knowledge of talent management processes and their impact on employee relations outcomes, providing insights and recommendations.
    • Systems proficiency: uses advanced technology skills to optimize HRIS and other systems, ensuring data is effectively managed and utilized to support employee relations initiatives.
    • Stakeholder relationship management: cultivates strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including colleagues in Talent and people managers, to address employee relations matters.
    • Communication and customer service skills: exhibits strong communication and customer service skills, navigating sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
    • Decision-making: demonstrates sound judgment and discretion in making decisions on complex employee relations matters, balancing organizational needs with legal requirements and employee interests.
    • Problem-solving and conflict resolution: demonstrates advanced problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, analyzing complex situations to develop effective resolutions.
    • Change management: provides expertise and support in change management efforts related to employee relations, ensuring organizational changes are effectively communicated and implemented.
    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
    • 4–6 years of experience in HR operations, talent operations, or employee relations.
    • Experience designing or improving global onboarding/offboarding programs.
    • Experience conducting employee relations investigations.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Human Resources & Recruitment

    Minimum Experience

    4 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Human Resources

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to CloudFactory on jobs.workable.com to apply.

    Show Your Employee Relations Casework in Action

    This role is heavy on investigations, audits, and sensitive communications. Hiring managers will want to see that you can handle complex cases with discretion and sound judgment.

    1. Map your casework history: Prepare a summary of employee relations cases you've handled, focusing on the complexity, your role, and the outcome. Quantify where possible, like the number of investigations conducted per year.

    2. Know your HRIS inside out: Be ready to discuss specific HRIS platforms you've used and how you've optimized them for data management and reporting. Mention any automation or analytics you've implemented.

    3. Prepare for policy questions: Review Kenyan labor laws and common employee relations issues. Be prepared to discuss how you've ensured compliance in past roles.

    4. Show your process improvement mindset: Give examples of how you've redesigned onboarding or offboarding programs. Highlight measurable improvements like reduced time-to-productivity or increased satisfaction scores.

    5. Demonstrate stakeholder management: Talk about how you've partnered with regional teams and managers to address employee relations matters. Emphasize your communication skills in sensitive situations.

    6. Practice conflict resolution scenarios: Expect behavioral questions on mediation and conflict resolution. Use the STAR method to structure your answers, focusing on the steps you took and the resolution.

    7. Highlight your training delivery: If you've trained others on HR processes, mention it. Show how you've made complex policies understandable to employees and managers.

    8. Ask smart questions: Prepare thoughtful questions about the company's talent operations challenges, technology stack, and how success is measured in this role. This shows your genuine interest and strategic thinking.

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    Tags

    HR operations
    employee relations
    onboarding
    offboarding
    HRIS