Proten International is an award-winning and leading international Human Resource and Management Consulting firm that provides a range of Advisory and Transformation solutions. Our focus is to align every organisation’s activities relating to People, Process and Technology closely with its business strategy and vision. Founded in 2011 in the United Kingdom, we have since expanded across Europe and Africa, serving clients across the public and private sectors and various industries including Banking, Oil and Gas, Insurance, Information Technology, Real Estate, Energy, FMCG, Manufacturing and many more. In 2015, we launched our Africa office in Lagos, Nigeria and have since provided a range of tailored solutions to various organisations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Assistant Head, Human Resources & Administration Location: Gbagada, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
Our client seeks an experienced HR professional to oversee HR operations, performance management, payroll controls, employee relations, and compliance while driving efficient HR service delivery across its locations.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee HR operations, talent acquisition, learning and development, and site HR administration.
Manage employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and performance improvement plans.
Monitor performance appraisal cycles and ensure timely completion.
Review payroll inputs, compensation changes, and payroll accuracy.
Ensure HR compliance with labour laws, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
Consolidate HR metrics and prepare reports for management.
Supervise HR teams, improve processes, and ensure effective service delivery.
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
7–9 years of broad HR generalist experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or team-lead role.
Strong experience in HR operations, performance management, payroll controls, employee relations, and compliance.
Good knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, HR analytics, and performance appraisal frameworks.
Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
CIPM, SHRM-CP, or PHRi certification is an added advantage.
Salary
N500,000 - N700,000 per month.
Benefits:
Housing Allowance, Annual Leave Allowance, HMO, Pension, and Communication Allowance.