Human Resources

Group Hr Manager

Proten·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
Human ResourcesFull TimeContract
-Closes Nov 27, 2026

Description

  • An experienced HR Manager is required to lead and strengthen HR operations across multiple business units.
  • The role will oversee recruitment, payroll, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, and statutory compliance while ensuring effective HR policies and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee HR operations and recommend improvements to HR structure, processes, and resource allocation.
  • Manage monthly payroll, employee records, contracts, and HR documentation across multiple business units.
  • Ensure timely remittance of PAYE, pension, NSITF, ITF, and HMO contributions, in line with statutory requirements.
  • Lead end-to-end recruitment, including hiring for regional sales, finance, and commercial positions.
  • Coordinate onboarding, probation reviews, and employee confirmation processes.
  • Implement performance management frameworks, appraisal cycles, and KPI tracking.
  • Develop training plans and facilitate management and employee development programmes.
  • Manage employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and exit processes.
  • Review and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
  • Prepare monthly HR reports covering headcount, attrition, recruitment, payroll, compliance, and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and applicable employment regulations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or HND in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years' HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
  • Proven experience building, restructuring, or strengthening an HR function.
  • Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, statutory compliance, and multi-site payroll management.
  • Experience in retail, e-commerce, distribution, manufacturing, FMCG, or related industries.
  • Proficiency in HR management systems; SeamlessHR experience is an advantage.
  • CIPM and/or CIPD certification is an added advantage.

Candidate Profile:

  • Strong leadership, people-management, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently.
  • Commercially aware with the ability to align HR strategies with business objectives.
  • Experience managing multiple business units and transitioning outsourced HR functions in-house is an advantage.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Proten

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

November 27, 2026

Created

November 6, 2026