HR Business Partner at Talentpool Nigeria

TalentPool is Nigeria's emerging human capital solutions company providing a wide range of human capital and business support solutions to businesses. We work with our clients to provide bespoke solutions and hiring that addresses core human capital challenges through talent search, training, background checks, payroll management and outsourcing.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• As an HR Business Partner, you will serve as a strategic liaison between management and employees, ensuring that human resource initiatives align with business objectives.
• You will support key business units across the organization, advise on people strategy, manage performance, and improve the overall employee experience.
• This is a hands-on role that requires a proactive, empathetic, and detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of HR best practices and Nigerian labor laws.

Key Responsibilities
Business Partnering & Advisory:

• Collaborate with department heads to identify workforce needs and support team performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on people matters, including talent development, succession planning, and team dynamics.
• Support change management initiatives and help build a resilient, adaptable culture.

Performance Management:

• Coach managers on giving constructive feedback and driving employee growth.
• Monitor team performance metrics and address underperformance.

Employee Relations:

• Act as the first point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Conduct investigations and ensure resolution of employee issues in line with company policies and labor laws.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture through proactive employee engagement.

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Support recruitment efforts by partnering with the Talent Acquisition team to fill open roles.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure smooth integration of new hires.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure HR policies and practices are up-to-date, communicated, and consistently applied.
• Maintain employee records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Generate regular HR reports on headcount, turnover, engagement, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, PHR) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in HR, with at least 2 years in an HRBP or generalist role.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR compliance.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and projects simultaneously.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with HRIS tools, Microsoft Office, and data reporting.

Application Closing Date
6th August, 2025.