Senior People Partner, M-KOPA
Technology & Product
Hybrid for Greater London
Connected asset financing solutions
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Connected asset financing solutions
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
Hybrid for Greater London
1001+ employees
Company mission
To make financing for everyday essentials accessible to everyone.
Role
Who you are
- Senior HR Experience in Tech: You’ve built relationships and partnered closely to add measurable value with technical orgs (Engineering, Product, Data) and remote-first teams, understanding how they operate—from sprints to systems to structure
- Strategic and Operational Range: You're equally comfortable designing long-term org strategies and rolling up your sleeves to get things done at the team level
- Remote & Global Savvy: You know how to support cross-cultural teams from Africa to Europe & UK, navigating complexity with empathy, adaptability, and clarity
- Client Advisory & Analytics: You adapt to different stakeholder needs (eg leadership org plans, manager trainings, employee performance), leveraging data, influence, and updating process / policy to enhance long-term org effectiveness
- Strong Business Acumen: You can translate between people priorities and business outcomes—advising leaders on trade-offs, risks, and scalable solutions
What the job involves
- We’re looking for a Senior People Partner to support our Product, Engineering, and Tech functions as we build the infrastructure for inclusive, scalable innovation. If you’re passionate about the intersection of technology, people, and impact—this is your moment
- You’ll partner closely with senior tech leaders and cross-functional teams across multiple regions to design and implement people strategies that scale our business. Your work will shape how technical teams grow, evolve, and thrive—from agile org design to data-driven decision-making, from global talent strategies to engineering engagement and retention
- Reporting to our HR & Talent Director, you’ll work in a remote-first, distributed environment with teams across the UK, Europe, Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria, and more—applying deep people expertise to the nuances of high-growth tech at scale
- M-KOPA’s commitment to sustainability, as evidenced by its carbon-negative status and the displacement of over 2 million tonnes of carbon emissions, underscores the company’s dedication to a better future
- As part of a forward-thinking organization that not only prioritises financial and social impact but also environmental responsibility. Your leadership in refining HR processes and implementing innovative strategies will be key to driving M-KOPA’s growth and success, making this role both impactful and rewarding
- Strategic Partner to Tech Leaders: Be a trusted advisor to Engineering, Product, and Data leaders and people managers—aligning strategies to roadmap execution and team evolution to meet start-up, scale-up & Unicorn talent where they are at
- Scale Talent for Tech Growth: Build and implement cross-cultural programs to attract, develop, and retain top technical talent to drive performance excellence
- Drive Agile & Distributed Team Effectiveness: Scale and optimize performance, engagement, and team dynamics in a fast-paced, asynchronous work environment
- Use People Analytics to Inform Action: Partner with CoEs and clients to analyze data on topics like engagement, DEI, and retention—and turn insights into action
- Support Org Design & Change: Lead initiatives around team transformations, employee relations cases, and workforce planning, remote engagement, and more
- Embed a Culture of Innovation & Inclusion: Reinforce M-KOPA’s values in every touchpoint—from performance and development to feedback loops and rituals
Salary benchmarks
Our take
M-KOPA is an asset financing company in East Africa, that provides solar energy solutions to under-served households. The company offers a pay-as-you-go model, allowing customers to access solar products like panels and batteries without upfront costs.
M-KOPA's impact reaches far beyond its innovative financing model. By allowing households to have access to sustainable energy solutions, the company has helped improve overall living conditions for its customers. The widespread adoption of solar products has significantly reduced dependence on fossil fuels, resulting in lower carbon emissions and a cleaner environment.
M-KOPA's robust funding includes debt financing from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, which aims to help develop digital connectivity in Kenya. With this and other impressive rounds, M-KOPA is well-positioned to drive renewable energy adoption. By prioritising clean and accessible energy, the company is responding to the growing demand for sustainable solutions and has a proven track record, commitment to innovation, and dedication to uplifting communities. It's clear that M-KOPA is a driving force in ensuring sustainable energy access for millions across Africa and beyond.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 9 rounds)
May 2023
$55m
LATE VC
Mar 2022
$75m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Total funding: $198.1m
Company benefits
- Private health and life insurance
- Remote and flexi working
- Free meals in office
- Fun and collaborative facilities
- Career development opportunities
Company HQ
City Square, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Leadership
Jesse Moore
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously served as the Director at GSMA and Signal Point Partners.
Chad Larson
(Co-Founder)Current CEO of Kopo Kopo and an Advisor at Blue Haven Initiative and KawiSafi Ventures. Previously worked at the Bank of America for 10 years in multiple roles, including Principal and Head of Structured Municipal Products.
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