Introduction

Brunel is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and strengthen the Human Resources function for a growing group of businesses in Guyana.

This role offers an opportunity for a strategic and hands-on HR professional to contribute directly to organizational growth, working closely with the Managing Director to enhance talent acquisition, people management, and HR practices across the group.

What are you going to do

  • Lead recruitment and talent acquisition, with a focus on identifying and attracting high-caliber professionals for managerial, specialist, and technical positions.
  • Develop and maintain proactive talent pipelines to support current and future recruitment needs.
  • Implement and improve HR policies, procedures, systems, and standards across the group.
  • Partner with the Managing Director on workforce planning, organizational structure, and key recruitment decisions.
  • Oversee performance management, employee development, succession planning, and retention initiatives.
  • Manage employee relations, onboarding, disciplinary matters, leave administration, offboarding, and HR compliance.
  • Review compensation and benefits to ensure competitive packages for key positions.
  • Supervise and develop the existing HR team, supporting the continued growth of the function.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Proven experience in a senior HR or HR management position, with the ability to operate independently.
  • Strong recruitment and talent acquisition expertise, particularly in specialist, professional, and leadership-level hiring.
  • Commercial awareness, a proactive mindset, and a strong focus on execution and business outcomes.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and people-management skills.
  • Experience working in a growing business environment, with the ability to establish and improve HR processes and structures.
  • A formal qualification in Human Resources is preferred. Advanced qualifications in HR or Business are considered an advantage.

What we offer

Closing: November 26, 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-305965

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