Job Description

Why join Safeguard Global? 👀

We want to help you “Work in Any Way” - that means, making time for family, commitments, and life outside, so that you can have the best of both worlds. When you own what you do and are driven to deliver, you have the flexibility to decide where and how you work. 🚀

Our roles aren’t just remote and hybrid first—they break free from the traditional ways of doing things, paving a way for A Job That Works for You. ✅

The HR Services Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, legally compliant HR Business Partnering support to a diverse portfolio of global clients, including Embedded (reseller) and HR Consulting clients.

As the primary Tanzania HR point of contact for workers, clients, and in-country partners, this role is responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle and ensuring seamless coordination across all HR functions.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws, HR best practices, and the ability to manage complex HR matters in a fast-paced, global environment. This role requires a proactive, consultative mindset, with the ability to anticipate client needs, mitigate risks, and provide practical, compliant solutions.

How you will make a difference: 

1. HR Business Partnering

• Serve as the primary HR contact for GEO workers and client representatives in Tanzania

• Provide compliant HR advisory across the full employee lifecycle (onboarding to offboarding)

• Advise clients on performance management, compensation, promotions, and employee relations

• Apply a consultative approach to understand underlying client needs and risks

2. Employment Contracts & Documentation

• Draft, review, and manage employment contracts and related documentation

• Handle contract amendments (salary/title changes, probation extensions, renewals)

• Ensure all documentation aligns with Tanzanian labour law and client requirements

3. Employee Relations & Labour Law Compliance

• Manage disciplinary processes in line with Tanzanian legal frameworks

• Lead and support employee terminations, ensuring procedural and legal compliance

• Handle labour disputes, grievances, and escalations professionally and effectively

• Escalate complex legal matters to senior HR or legal counsel where required

4. Payroll & HR Administration Oversight

• Coordinate with payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely salary processing

• Oversee statutory compliance including PAYE, social security, and other filings

• Ensure proper HR administration and employee record management

5. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian employment laws and internal policies

• Maintain and update HR policies, handbooks, and process documentation

• Identify and proactively mitigate compliance and operational risks

6. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams (Legal, Finance, Operations, Sales) for seamless service delivery

• Provide guidance and coaching to client managers on HR matters

• Maintain strong relationships with local partners and regulatory bodies

7. Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare HR reports and respond to client data requests

• Support audits and due diligence processes

• Identify process improvements to enhance service delivery and compliance.

What will make you stand out:  

Academic & Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: Human Resource Management ,Industrial Relations, Business Administration (HR Specialisation) , Labour Law / Employment Relations

Experience;

• Diploma in a relevant field with a minimum of 5+ years’ HR experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 3+ years’ relevant HR experience

Professional Membership

• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Association of Human Resource Managers Tanzania (AHRMT) is highly preferred

Experience & Technical Competence

• Strong working knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws and HR compliance requirements

• Strong working knowledge of Iinternational labor laws, employment practices, and HR compliance.

• Regional HR management experience within Eastern Africa is an added advantage, especially Rwanda.

• Experience in a multi-country, EOR, or consulting environment is an added advantage

Core Competencies

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset

Who we are and what we do: 

Safeguard Global is….Global! With offices worldwide, we help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. It's all about people! Join us to meet diverse folks, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. 🌎

Our Global Benefits 

• 👩 ‍💻 Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Be supported with as much flexibility as possible.  

• 🧑 ‍🍼 Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.  

• 🎁 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.  

• 🏆 Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.  

• 💰 Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan. 

• 🏢 Coworking Space Need to meet with a client, utilize admin services or just get out of the house? We’ve got you covered with flexible workspace options based on location.

Why become a Guardian: 

• 🌏 International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.  

• ⭐ Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.

• 📚 Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace. 

Next Steps: 

To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time. 

Welcome to the Future of Work! 🌐

At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.