Manager HR and Capability Development

Kaizen Paints is seeking a dedicated and experienced Manager HR and Capability Development to lead and enhance our human resources functions, particularly focusing on talent acquisition, learning and development, and performance management. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of workforce planning, employee engagement, and succession planning, ensuring the company maintains a skilled and motivated workforce aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 years of HR experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial capacity, with exposure preferably in the Manufacturing and FMCG sectors. An MBA degree is essential to drive strategic initiatives and compliance within the department effectively. In this leadership role, the Manager will oversee a team of two professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that supports HR operations, policy development, compensation and benefits management, as well as employee onboarding. The position requires strong capabilities in reporting and ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance, enabling Kaizen Paints to sustain its competitive edge through optimal human capital management and capability development strategies.
Responsibilities

Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent aligned with the companys growth objectives.
Design and oversee comprehensive learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and promote continuous professional growth.
Drive performance management processes, including setting evaluation standards, conducting assessments, and facilitating feedback sessions.
Lead succession planning initiatives to identify and prepare high-potential employees for critical roles within the organization.
Promote employee engagement through initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture and encourage open communication.
Conduct workforce planning to anticipate organizational needs and align human resources accordingly.
Manage HR operations including employee onboarding, compensation and benefits, ensuring efficient and compliant processes.
Develop and update HR policies to meet current labor laws, industry standards, and company values.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and maintain accurate HR reporting and documentation.
Lead and mentor the HR team of two, fostering professional development and ensuring effective teamwork and collaboration.
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to integrate HR strategies with overall business objectives.
Monitor key HR metrics and prepare reports to inform leadership on workforce trends and organizational health.

Skills

Employee Engagement Organizational Development Conflict Resolution Strategic Planning Change Management Employee Relations Talent Acquisition Performance Management Succession Planning Learning and Development Workforce Planning Reporting Employee Onboarding Compensation And Benefits Policy Development HR Operations compliance

Job Details

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Lahore, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Experience:

10 Years

Apply Before:

Aug 25, 2026

Posting Date:

Aug 13, 2026

Kaizen Paints

· 601-1000 employees - Lahore

Kaizen Paint Middle East (KPME) was born out of Kansai Paint Group. We have a proud Japanese heritage of 100 years and a rich history of innovation in the paint industry, and our core business of performance coatings and special finishes. Our continued commitment to technological innovation is exemplified by the degree of advanced control laboratories. Every paint batch undergoes several stringent quality control tests to ensure it meets customer benchmarks, local regulatory compliance and global manufacturing standards. The company has five strategically located and wholly owned country subsidiaries of KPME serving the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Our four world-class production facilities have a cumulative capacity of 100,000 tonnes per annum. It is our extraordinary people who are our greatest asset—we say it often and with good reason. The synergy of our team, research, technology and partnerships is what has made our leadership position possible.