Business Manager / HR at Owens and Xley Consults

Owens and Xley is a Small Business Advisory and Consulting Company in Lagos, Nigeria. Our services include of Small Business Startup and Set up, Business Plan preparation, Business Process Design and Business Strategy Formulation.

We know the role good planning plays in any business and its associated costs; and the initial capital challenges faced by a small business which is why we have developed solutions which ensure that small business owners have access to technical skills but at a fraction of the cost.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Manager / HR

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• In this role, under the supervision of the Business/ Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading, directing and managing the day-to-day Administrative activities.
• As the Business Manager, you will also provide oversight and monitor processes related to recruitment, compliance, compensation, benefits, training and development; as well as oversee administrative functions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise the overall functions of the HR and the day-to-day operations of the office.
• Responsible for recruitment, compensation & benefits, performance evaluation, training & development, counseling, employee conduct, and disciplinary issues.
• Conduct new-employee orientations; and conducts reference checks.
• Formulate, develop and implement administrative strategies, policies and processes.
• Provide HR reports to the Business Director.
• Supervise subordinates to perform tasks effectively.
• Supervise the admin officer and admin assistant closely to ensure they perform assigned tasks effectively.
• Review inventory reports provided by the admin/ inventory officer.
• Develop and manage effective employee communication.
• Forecast likely levels of demand for products to meet the business needs and monitor stock levels.
• Ensure proper maintenance of office building, equipment, fixed assets and facilities.
• Maintain records related to purchasing, vendors, bids, quotes and other correspondence.
• Ensure adherence to good procurement practices across the organization.
• Identify potential suppliers, negotiate and manage existing suppliers; build and maintain good working relationships
• Plan, schedule, and promote office events, including meetings, conferences and training sessions.
• Work with the accounting and management team to set budgets, monitor spending and other expenses.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 5 to 7 years work experience.

Requirements:

• Good understanding of office management and human resource processes
• Good knowledge of coordination, planning, control, operations and compliance
• Strong negotiation & persuasion abilities
• Vast knowledge in customer and relationship management
• Proficient in MS Office application
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Great team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Good knowledge in inventory, contract, vendor and project management
• Working knowledge of Finance and/or Accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, risk management

Salary
N300,000 - N330,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
9th February, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send an updated copy of their CV only to: recruitment@owensxley.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.