Senior Human Resources Business Partner

First Excelsia Professional services

Lagos, Nigeria

FirstExcelsia is a firm of highly versatile and renowned Human Resources, Organisational Development and Management consultants with operations across several states in Nigeria. We have an in-depth understanding of the Nigerian business terrain and we are very passionate about partnering with indigenous organisations to develop glocalised HR solutions, processes and structures required to develop and effectively drive our clients' corporate strategies. The firm commenced operations in 2016 and currently has a team of consultants that have successfully managed numerous Organisational Development, Human Resources and Management Consulting projects in varying leadership capacities across all sectors of the Nigerian Economy. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner Location: Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Management Consulting Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and competent Senior Human Resources Business Partner with a deep understanding of Human Resources best practices to join our dynamic team. The Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for driving all HR-related activities forward and ensuring their alignment with organisational goals. Responsibilities Act as the primary HR liaison for assigned clients, understanding their business needs and providing tailored HR solutions. Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and retention strategies. Drive talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and retention initiatives. Contribute to HR consulting projects, proposals, presentations, reports, and client engagements. Keep abreast of emerging HR technologies, trends, and best practices. Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, and industry best practices. Develop and implement HR strategies that align with client objectives and industry trends. Lead training and development initiatives to ensure workforce capability. Optimise talent management processes for operational efficiency and consistency Maintain the organisational structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions Conduct market research to identify potential clients and new business opportunities. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Managing Partner. Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field Minimum of 5 years of experience as an in-house Human Resources Manager, or related role within Management Consulting. Proven experience using one or more HR technology solutions such as HRIS, HRMS, ATS, Performance Management Systems, or HR Analytics tools. Ability to use HR technology to improve HR processes, reporting, employee lifecycle management, and decision-making. Strong understanding of HR strategy, talent management, performance management, employee relations, and organisational development. Experience working with multiple stakeholders, preferably across different organisations or business environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Membership in at least one relevant professional body is required.

4 days ago

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DuoTech HR Consulting

Abuja, nigeria

full-time

Duotech HR Consulting is a human capital and business advisory firm committed to helping organizations attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent. We deliver innovative, data-driven HR solutions across recruitment, talent acquisition, organizational development, learning and development, performance management, and workforce consulting. With a strong focus on professionalism, integrity, and measurable results, we partner with businesses to build high-performing teams while connecting top talent with meaningful career opportunities. At Duotech HR Consulting, we believe that people are the driving force behind every successful organization. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Position: HR / Admin Manager Job Location: Maitama, Abuja  Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a hands-on and commercially minded Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations, with strong ownership of performance management, employee engagement, talent development and HR processes. The ideal candidate is not simply an HR administrator but a people-performance professional who can translate business objectives into measurable employee expectations, track performance, address gaps and drive accountability across teams. Key Responsibilities Performance Management: Design, implement and continuously improve the company's performance management system. Develop clear KPIs, KRAs and performance targets in collaboration with department heads. Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual performance reviews. Track individual and departmental performance against agreed targets. Identify performance gaps and work with managers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) where necessary. Maintain performance records and provide management with actionable performance reports. Support managers in handling underperformance, goal-setting, feedback and employee accountability. Ensure performance outcomes inform promotions, rewards, training and other people decisions. HR Operations: Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit. Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation and personnel files. Ensure effective implementation of company policies, procedures and employee guidelines. Handle employee relations matters professionally and confidentially. Monitor attendance, punctuality, leave and general workforce discipline. Support payroll preparation by providing accurate employee and attendance information. Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian employment regulations and company policies. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: Manage recruitment processes from job profiling and sourcing through interviews, selection and onboarding. Work with managers to identify manpower requirements and define suitable candidate profiles. Develop structured interview and assessment processes. Monitor recruitment effectiveness, employee retention and hiring quality. Administration: Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of the organisation. Develop and maintain efficient administrative systems, procedures and workflows. Manage office facilities, supplies, equipment, utilities and general workplace requirements. Coordinate office vendors, service providers and maintenance activities. Monitor administrative expenses and support effective cost control. Ensure proper documentation, filing and retrieval of company records. Coordinate meetings, internal events, official correspondence and general office logistics. Establish and enforce administrative standards across departments. Ensure the workplace remains organised, functional, professional and conducive to productivity. Liaise with external service providers, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders where required. Identify administrative inefficiencies and implement practical solutions Learning & Development: Identify training needs through performance reviews, competency gaps and business requirements. Coordinate employee training, development and induction programmes. Track the effectiveness and business impact of training interventions. Employee Engagement & Culture: Develop initiatives that improve employee engagement, productivity and retention. Establish effective channels for employee feedback. Support management in resolving workplace concerns and maintaining a productive work environment. Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism and continuous improvement. Success in This Role Success will be measured by the HR Manager's ability to: Establish a clear and measurable performance culture. Improve employee accountability and productivity. Ensure performance reviews are timely and meaningful. Reduce recurring performance and employee-relations issues. Improve quality of hires and employee retention. Provide management with accurate, timely and actionable HR insights. Build HR processes that are structured, practical and consistently implemented. What We Are Looking For Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Management or a related discipline. 3–5 years of hands-on HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced or performance-driven organisation with at least 1 yearin supervisory capacity. Strong practical experience in Performance Management, KPI/KRA development and employee evaluation. Demonstrable experience managing employee performance issues and implementing PIPs. Strong knowledge of recruitment, employee relations, HR operations and HR documentation. Excellent knowledge of Google Workspace and HR productivity tools. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn people data into useful  management insights. Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. Strong understanding of Nigerian employment practices and workplace regulations. Professional HR certification such as CIPM, SHRM or equivalent is an advantage. Key Competencies: Performance Management HR Operations Employee Relations Recruitment KPI Development Talent Development HR Analytics Conflict Resolution Policy Implementation Workforce Planning.

11 days ago

Hr Manager

Elvaridah

Nigeria, nigeria

full-time

About the Role The company is seeking a strategic, experienced, and people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead the company's HR function and support the development of a high-performing workforce. The successful candidate will oversee key areas of human resource management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compensation, HR policies, and compliance. The role will also serve as a key link between management and employees, helping to foster a positive, productive, and professional workplace culture. Key Responsibilities HR Strategy & Workforce Management: Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the company's business objectives. Advise management on people-related matters and workforce planning. Review HR processes and recommend improvements that support business growth and efficiency. Maintain effective HR policies, procedures, and employee guidelines. Recruitment & Talent Management: Manage the full recruitment and selection process, from identifying staffing needs to onboarding new employees. Work with department heads to develop Job Description s and define hiring requirements. Ensure new employees are properly onboarded and integrated into the organization. Develop strategies for attracting, retaining, and developing high-performing employees. Employee Relations & Workplace Culture: Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and workplace issues. Manage employee relations matters fairly, professionally, and confidentially. Support conflict resolution and promote positive relationships between management and employees. Promote a professional, inclusive, and positive workplace culture. Coordinate employee engagement and team-building initiatives. Performance Management & Development: Coordinate the company's performance management and appraisal processes. Work with managers to establish performance expectations and address performance gaps. Identify training and development needs across the organization. Coordinate relevant training, learning, and career development initiatives. Compensation, Benefits & HR Administration: Support the administration of salaries, benefits, leave, attendance, and other employer-related matters. Review compensation and benefits structures to ensure they remain fair and competitive. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation. Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive employee information. HR Compliance & Policies: Ensure HR practices comply with applicable Nigerian labour laws and employment regulations. Review and update HR policies, procedures, employee handbooks, and employment documentation as required. Ensure consistent application of company policies and disciplinary procedures. Stay informed about changes in employment legislation and HR best practices. HR Reporting & Analytics: Monitor and report on key HR metrics, including employee turnover, recruitment timelines, attendance, and engagement. Prepare regular HR reports and provide insights to management. Use HR data to identify workforce trends and recommend appropriate actions. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years' experience in HR management, HR generalist, or a senior HR role. Proven experience managing employee relations, conflict resolution, recruitment, and performance management. Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices. Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Strong leadership and people-management abilities. High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. Strong organizational and administrative skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS or other HR management systems. Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment. Nice to Have: Professional certification such as CIPM, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR. Experience working in a rapidly growing or high-growth organization. Experience within the hospitality, food, restaurant, retail, or FMCG industry is an advantage. Master's degree or advanced qualification in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field. Key Competencies: Strategic HR management Talent acquisition and management Employee relations Performance management Conflict resolution HR policy development Labour law and compliance Training and development Leadership and people management Communication and negotiation Confidentiality and integrity HR reporting and analytics.

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Senior Human Resources Business Partner

First Excelsia

Lagos, nigeria

full-time

Summary We are seeking an experienced and competent Senior Human Resources Business Partner with a deep understanding of Human Resources best practices to join our dynamic team. The Human Resources Business Partner will be responsible for driving all HR-related activities forward and ensuring their alignment with organisational goals. Responsibilities Act as the primary HR liaison for assigned clients, understanding their business needs and providing tailored HR solutions. Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and retention strategies. Drive talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and retention initiatives. Contribute to HR consulting projects, proposals, presentations, reports, and client engagements. Keep abreast of emerging HR technologies, trends, and best practices. Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, and industry best practices. Develop and implement HR strategies that align with client objectives and industry trends. Lead training and development initiatives to ensure workforce capability. Optimise talent management processes for operational efficiency and consistency Maintain the organisational structure by updating job requirements and Job Description s for all positions Conduct market research to identify potential clients and new business opportunities. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Managing Partner. Person Specification Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field Minimum of 5 years of experience as an in-house Human Resources Manager, or related role within Management Consulting Proven experience using one or more HR technology solutions such as HRIS, HRMS, ATS, Performance Management Systems, or HR Analytics tools. Ability to use HR technology to improve HR processes, reporting, employee lifecycle management, and decision-making. Strong understanding of HR strategy, talent management, performance management, employee relations, and organisational development. Experience working with multiple stakeholders, preferably across different organisations or business environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Membership in at least one relevant professional body is required.

18 days ago

Gm, Human Resources (manufacturing)

Nicole Sinclair Consulting

Lagos, nigeria

full-time

We are seeking to hire a Senior Strategic Human resources manager who will provide strategic and operational HR leadership for a group of Manufacturing verticals , for a group of companies with several verticals. This role will be reporting to the Group Chief People Officer and partnering with senior business leadership to align people strategy with business objectives. The role will drive organizational capability, strengthen leadership effectiveness, oversee talent management and employee engagement, promote labor stability and regulatory compliance, and foster a high-performance culture across multiple verticals in three African countries. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic HR & Business Partnering Translate Manufacturing business priorities into effective people strategies and workforce plans. Provide strategic HR advice to the CPO and senior Manufacturing leadership. Oversee workforce planning, organizational design, and HR priorities across Manufacturing operations. Talent, Leadership & Employee Engagement Lead talent management, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives. Drive employee engagement, retention, and performance management. Build a strong and sustainable talent pipeline for critical Manufacturing roles. Support leadership capability and internal talent development. Employee & Labour Relations Maintain constructive employee and labour relations across Manufacturing operations. Manage employee relations matters, disciplinary processes, grievances, and workplace issues. Promote labour stability, employee wellbeing, and a positive workplace culture. Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, regulations, and Group HR policies. Organizational Effectiveness & Change Lead HR support for organizational change, transformation, and business growth initiatives. Strengthen organizational effectiveness and workforce productivity. Support the implementation and adoption of Group-wide HR initiatives within the Manufacturing business. HR Operations & Continuous Improvement Ensure effective and consistent HR service delivery across Manufacturing operations. Drive HR process improvement, automation, and effective use of HR technology. Promote data-driven HR decision-making and accurate HR reporting. Ensure effective implementation of Group HR policies, systems, and processes. KEY SUCCESS METRICS Delivery of Manufacturing people strategy and workforce plans Workforce productivity and organizational effectiveness Critical talent retention and succession coverage Leadership capability and internal talent progression Employee engagement and retention Labour stability and effective employee relations HR compliance and policy adherence Successful implementation of organizational change initiatives HR service delivery, process improvement, data accuracy, and system adoption QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Management, or a related field. Professional certification such as CIPM, CIPD, SHRM, or an equivalent HR qualification. 15 - 20 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role. Proven experience leading HR within a manufacturing, industrial, multinational, or similarly complex business environment. Strong experience in employee and labour relations, talent management, leadership development, workforce planning, and HR governance. Demonstrated experience partnering with C-suite executives, business leaders, and senior management. Experience managing HR across multiple locations, sites, or countries is highly desirable. Strong understanding of Manufacturing workforce dynamics and operational HR requirements. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Strategic HR Leadership & Business Partnering Commercial Acumen & Business Understanding Workforce Planning & Talent Management Leadership Development & Performance Management Employee & Labour Relations Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness Stakeholder Management & Influence HR Governance & Compliance HR Operations & Continuous Improvement HR Technology & Data-Driven Decision-Making WHAT WE OFFER (EVP) Competitive Remuneration Package Diverse Career Opportunities Continuous Development High-Performance & Growth Culture

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DuoTech HR Consulting

Abuja, nigeria

full-time

Duotech HR Consulting is a human capital and business advisory firm committed to helping organizations attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent. We deliver innovative, data-driven HR solutions across recruitment, talent acquisition, organizational development, learning and development, performance management, and workforce consulting. With a strong focus on professionalism, integrity, and measurable results, we partner with businesses to build high-performing teams while connecting top talent with meaningful career opportunities. At Duotech HR Consulting, we believe that people are the driving force behind every successful organization. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Position: HR / Admin Manager Job Location: Maitama, Abuja  Employment Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a hands-on and commercially minded Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations, with strong ownership of performance management, employee engagement, talent development and HR processes. The ideal candidate is not simply an HR administrator but a people-performance professional who can translate business objectives into measurable employee expectations, track performance, address gaps and drive accountability across teams. Key Responsibilities Performance Management: Design, implement and continuously improve the company's performance management system. Develop clear KPIs, KRAs and performance targets in collaboration with department heads. Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual performance reviews. Track individual and departmental performance against agreed targets. Identify performance gaps and work with managers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) where necessary. Maintain performance records and provide management with actionable performance reports. Support managers in handling underperformance, goal-setting, feedback and employee accountability. Ensure performance outcomes inform promotions, rewards, training and other people decisions. HR Operations: Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit. Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation and personnel files. Ensure effective implementation of company policies, procedures and employee guidelines. Handle employee relations matters professionally and confidentially. Monitor attendance, punctuality, leave and general workforce discipline. Support payroll preparation by providing accurate employee and attendance information. Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian employment regulations and company policies. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: Manage recruitment processes from job profiling and sourcing through interviews, selection and onboarding. Work with managers to identify manpower requirements and define suitable candidate profiles. Develop structured interview and assessment processes. Monitor recruitment effectiveness, employee retention and hiring quality. Administration: Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of the organisation. Develop and maintain efficient administrative systems, procedures and workflows. Manage office facilities, supplies, equipment, utilities and general workplace requirements. Coordinate office vendors, service providers and maintenance activities. Monitor administrative expenses and support effective cost control. Ensure proper documentation, filing and retrieval of company records. Coordinate meetings, internal events, official correspondence and general office logistics. Establish and enforce administrative standards across departments. Ensure the workplace remains organised, functional, professional and conducive to productivity. Liaise with external service providers, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders where required. Identify administrative inefficiencies and implement practical solutions Learning & Development: Identify training needs through performance reviews, competency gaps and business requirements. Coordinate employee training, development and induction programmes. Track the effectiveness and business impact of training interventions. Employee Engagement & Culture: Develop initiatives that improve employee engagement, productivity and retention. Establish effective channels for employee feedback. Support management in resolving workplace concerns and maintaining a productive work environment. Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism and continuous improvement. Success in This Role Success will be measured by the HR Manager's ability to: Establish a clear and measurable performance culture. Improve employee accountability and productivity. Ensure performance reviews are timely and meaningful. Reduce recurring performance and employee-relations issues. Improve quality of hires and employee retention. Provide management with accurate, timely and actionable HR insights. Build HR processes that are structured, practical and consistently implemented. What We Are Looking For Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Management or a related discipline. 3–5 years of hands-on HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced or performance-driven organisation with at least 1 yearin supervisory capacity. Strong practical experience in Performance Management, KPI/KRA development and employee evaluation. Demonstrable experience managing employee performance issues and implementing PIPs. Strong knowledge of recruitment, employee relations, HR operations and HR documentation. Excellent knowledge of Google Workspace and HR productivity tools. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to turn people data into useful management insights. Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills. Strong understanding of Nigerian employment practices and workplace regulations. Professional HR certification such as CIPM, SHRM or equivalent is an advantage. Key Competencies: Performance Management HR Operations Employee Relations Recruitment KPI Development Talent Development HR Analytics Conflict Resolution Policy Implementation Workforce Planning.

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