Africell, the pan-African mobile telecommunications company, is recruiting a HR Manager to be based in London, UK.
We are seeking candidates who have worked or lived within Africa and have demonstrable experience working within African markets. Proficiency in either French or Portuguese is essential, as the role requires effective communication across diverse regions.
Strategic HR Support & Business Partnering
* Support the Group Chief People Officer in executing HR strategy across African markets
* Partner with local HR teams and business leaders to align people initiatives with business goals
* Translate Group HR frameworks into practical, locally relevant solutions
* Provide guidance on people-related decision-making across multiple countries
End-to-End HR Delivery
* Support and oversee the full employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, offboarding)
* Provide hands‑on support and advisory to local HR teams on complex HR matters
* Ensure consistency in HR policies, processes, and reporting across markets
* Drive HR operational excellence and continuous improvement
Organizational Development & Change
* Support organizational design initiatives aligned with evolving business needs
* Assist with workforce planning, restructuring, and role optimization
* Drive change management initiatives across markets
* Support employee engagement programmes and culture‑building initiatives
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
* Support local and regional recruitment strategies to attract top talent
* Ensure alignment with Group recruitment standards and processes
* Partner with local teams to strengthen Africell’s employer brand
* Monitor recruitment metrics and drive improvements
Performance & Talent Management
* Support the rollout and adoption of performance management frameworks
* Drive a high‑performance culture through coaching and guidance to managers
* Contribute to succession planning and leadership development initiatives
* Support talent reviews and development planning across markets
Employee Relations & Compliance
* Provide guidance on employee relations issues across different jurisdictions
* Ensure compliance with local labour laws and Group policies
* Support investigations, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution
* Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including unions and regulators where applicable
HR Projects & Systems
* Support implementation and optimisation of HR systems and tools
* Contribute to regional HR transformation and improvement projects
* Monitor HR metrics and provide insights to support decision‑making
Qualifications
* At least 8 years of experience in HR systems, HR best practices and employment legislation across African markets
* Experience in HR systems and data‑driven decision‑making
* Talent management, organisational development and employee relations expertise
* Stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Ability to work across diverse cultural environments
* Hands‑on, proactive, and solutions‑oriented approach
* High level of resilience and adaptability
* Analytical and problem‑solving capability
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Fluency in French or Portuguese is advantageous
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