Careers at HF Group

Principle Accountabilities

Contract Management

• Develop, review, and negotiate facilities service contracts in line with organizational policies.
• Ensure that all contracts meet legal, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor vendor performance against agreed KPIs, SLAs, and budgets.
• Manage contract renewals, terminations, and amendments as necessary

 Facilities Operations Oversight

• Ensure the efficient delivery of facilities services including cleaning, security, maintenance, landscaping, and waste management.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for buildings and equipment.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure facilities meet operational needs.

Vendor Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and facilities service providers.
• Conduct regular vendor evaluations and performance reviews.
• Resolve disputes or service delivery issues promptly.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all facilities contracts comply with occupational health and safety standards, environmental regulations, and corporate governance policies.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance audits, inspections, and incident reports.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare and monitor the facilities management budget in relation to contracted services.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain up-to-date contract registers and vendor documentation.
• Provide regular facilities performance reports to senior management.
• Recommend improvements in facilities service delivery and vendor management

Leadership and Development

• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and performance evaluations.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.

Key Competencies and Skills

Technical competencies

• Excellent negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Strong vendor management and relationship-building skills
• Familiarity with building codes, health and safety regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply contractual terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Expertise in contract compliance, dispute resolution, and ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks
• Expertise in project management for facilities upgrades, renovations, or capital projects
• Ability to design and track performance scorecards for contractors and vendors
• Competence in using ERP systems for procurement, contract tracking, and vendor payments
• Strong MS Excel and data analytics skills for cost analysis, reporting, and trend identification
• Competence in invoice verification, contract billing, and reconciliation of service provider payments

Leadership competencies

• Performance Management
• Strategic orientation
• Result orientation and execution excellence
• Strong communication and team management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Self-Starter with plenty of initiative to innovate, change or develop old ideas into new opportunities and enjoys a fast-paced exciting environment with a commitment to achieving results
• Ability to communicate complex performance and strategy concepts clearly and persuasively.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic & Professional

• Bachelor’s Degree in Built Environment, Business Administration, Finance or any other related field.
• Professional certification in Contract Management, Procurement, or Facilities Management (e.g., CIPS, IFMA) is an added advantage.
• Project Management Certification is a requirement  

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in facilities or contract management, preferably in a corporate or real estate environment.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement processes, and vendor management.

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Principle Accountabilities

Tax Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the Group Tax Strategy, aligning it with the overall business, finance policy and capital management strategies.
• Drive tax planning and optimization initiatives across the Group to enhance post-tax profitability.
• Advise the line manager, Group CFO and subsidiary finance leads on the tax implications of strategic decisions, M&A, capital raising, and restructures.
• Lead tax due diligence and structuring for new ventures, partnerships, and joint ventures (especially in property and bancassurance).
• Lead relationship management with external tax consultants

Tax Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure accurate and timely tax compliance (income tax, VAT, excise, withholding tax) for all group entities.
• Monthly review of PAYE filings & remittances against taxable benefits GLs in the TB across subsidiaries and JVs
• Coordinate tax health checks
• Provide guidance on tax entries during vendor payments
• Oversee tax audits, correspondence, and negotiations with KRA and other authorities.
• Develop and maintain a Group Tax Risk Register, ensuring mitigation actions are implemented.
• Review subsidiary tax computations and returns for accuracy and alignment to tax laws and group policy.
• Proactively identify audit refund opportunities across entities and follow up with refunds

Business Partnering & Advisory

• Serve as the primary tax advisor to the Group and its subsidiaries’ ExCos and boards.
• Help in integrating tax function as a key player in balance sheet optimization for the banking subsidiary (HFC)
• Partner with subsidiaries and business units to provide proactive tax guidance on contracts, new products, and transactions.
• Provide tax advisory on cross-border transactions, transfer pricing, and intercompany arrangements.
• Build capacity across business units through training and awareness on tax-efficient practices.

Governance, Policy & Reporting

• Develop and maintain Group Tax Policies and Procedures, ensuring consistency across entities.
• Report group tax exposures, risks, and opportunities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and advise management on their impact.

Reporting

• Be accountable for tax numbers reported on financial reports across Group
• Prepare monthly and quarterly EXCO and Board papers
• Any other duty as assigned from time to time by the Finance and HF leadership.

Key Competencies and Skills

Technical Competencies

• Proven track record in tax planning and structuring of financial instruments or property transactions.
• Experience in EXCO and Board-level reporting and direct presentations.
• Deep understanding of Kenyan tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools.
• Demonstrated people management and coaching skills.
• Strong business acumen and commercial orientation.

General Competencies

• Results-oriented and proactive.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex tax regulations into actionable business insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Collaborative team player with influencing capability.
• High integrity and professional conduct.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic & Professional

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Law, or related field from a recognized institution.
•  CPA (K) or ACCA qualification.
• A Tax certification or postgraduate qualification in Taxation will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in taxation, including at least 3 years at a senior level within banking, insurance, property, or related sectors (or consulting for these sectors).
• Strong hands-on experience in KRA audit management, tax refunds, arbitration, and litigation.
• Proficiency in IAS 12 (Income Taxes) and financial reporting principles.

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Principle Accountabilities

Financial Perspective

• Develop and implement strategies to grow the Asset Finance portfolio while maintaining healthy yields and asset quality.
• Drive revenue growth through new business acquisition, cross-selling, and deepening existing client relationships.
• Manage portfolio profitability through optimal pricing, cost control, and risk-adjusted return management.
• Monitor performance against budgets and take corrective action for negative variances.
• Achieve set financial targets including disbursements, yields, NFI, and NPL ratios.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and input into departmental budgets.
• Drive growth and profitability of the Insurance Premium Financing (IPF) portfolio by developing strategic partnerships with insurers and intermediaries, ensuring robust risk management and operational efficiency.

Strategy Perspective

• Formulate and execute the Bank’s Asset Finance strategic plan covering both retail and business segments.
• Identify and develop new market opportunities in key economic sectors (transport, logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, and construction).
• Build strategic partnerships with motor dealers, equipment suppliers, insurers, and government institutions to strengthen the Bank’s value proposition.
• Champion automation and digital transformation of the asset finance process (dealer portal integrations, workflow automation, and e-contracting).
• Manage risk in collaboration with Credit and Risk departments to safeguard portfolio health.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to ensure sustained competitiveness and innovation.
• Drive the development of structured asset finance and leasing propositions
• Develop and execute an integrated Asset Finance and IPF strategy, aligning product design, pricing, and delivery models to serve retail, SME, and corporate segments.
• Foster collaborations with insurance companies and brokers to strengthen IPF proposition and streamline policy financing processes.

Customer Acquisition & Relationship Management Perspective

• Support sales and relationship teams in originating and closing asset finance business opportunities.
• Participate in joint client calls to enhance acquisition and retention efforts.
• Develop and implement customer value propositions tailored for SMEs, corporates, and retail customers.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring efficient service delivery and swift turnaround times.
• Coordinate with Marketing to drive asset finance visibility and campaigns.
• Champion the bundling of IPF with asset finance, motor insurance, and working capital solutions to increase customer stickiness and share of wallet.
• Engage with insurance partners to ensure efficient turnaround of IPF approvals and policy issuance.

People Management Perspective

• Provide overall leadership, motivation, and direction to the Asset Finance team to deliver on set objectives.
• Manage staff performance, coaching, and development to maintain a high-performance culture.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and succession planning within the department.
• Maintain a minimum 70% average performance rating across the team.
• Oversee adherence to HR policies including leave, training, and performance appraisals.
• Champion continuous learning and professional growth within the team.

Key Competencies and Skills

Technical Competencies

• Strong credit and financial analysis skills.
• In-depth understanding of asset finance structures and risk assessment.
• Business development and relationship management capability.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of CBK regulations and asset finance legal frameworks.
• Process optimization and technology orientation.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic and pragmatic thinker.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Strong leadership and team management ability.
• Adaptability and resilience under pressure.
• Results-driven with a focus on execution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited university.
• Master’s degree in strategic management or business administration, or other similar relevant qualification.

Desired Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in banking with at least 5 years in senior management within Asset Finance, Equipment Leasing, or Commercial Lending.
• Proven track record in building and managing large asset finance portfolios.
• Strong understanding of credit, collateral management, and the Kenyan asset finance market.