Role Summary

• The Head of Human Resources is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to the HR function, ensuring that human capital initiatives align with the overall business objectives.
• The role focuses on workforce planning, organizational development, talent management, employee engagement, and compliance with labour laws, while fostering a high-performance culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute HR strategies that support business goals and growth.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide guidance on people-related strategies and organizational design.
• Lead change management initiatives to support business transformation.

Talent Acquisition & Management:

• Oversee recruitment of top talent across all business units.
• Design succession planning and career development frameworks.
• Implement retention strategies for critical and high-potential employees.

Performance & Rewards:

• Develop and oversee performance management systems linked to KPIs.
• Ensure competitive and equitable compensation, benefits, and reward systems.
• Promote a performance-driven culture across all departments.

Employee Engagement & Culture:

• Drive initiatives that promote employee satisfaction, motivation, and inclusion.
• Act as a trusted advisor and mediator in employee relations matters.
• Build and maintain a strong employer brand.

HR Policy & Compliance:

• Develop, review, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws, health and safety, and ethical standards.
• Oversee HR audits, risk management, and workplace investigations.

HR Operations & Analytics:

• Lead HR operations including payroll, employee records, and HRIS systems.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions and report to executive leadership.
• Manage the HR department budget and resources effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree (MBA/HRM) preferred.
• Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD, CIHRSM) is required.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 10 years in a senior management role.
• Proven experience leading HR strategy in a multi-business or group setting.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian labour law and HR best practices.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use HR data for decision-making.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.