Head, Human Resources at an Energy Company - PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria - Our client is a major player in Nigeria’s energy sector, committed to delivering reliable electricity services across its operational areas. It operates as one of the eleven electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in Nigeria, serving customers across some states in the country.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Human Resources 

Reference Number: 130-PEO01320
Location: Northwest, Nigeria

Summary

• The organisation seeks a qualified and competent individual to lead and drive its people management priorities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• The role will be responsible for leading the HR Division and overseeing the organisation’s people strategy.
• It will also enforce organisational policies and drive leading people practices whilst working closely with the CEO and Heads of Departments to ensure the corporate strategic objectives are met., in line with Nigerian labour law and industry requirements.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Articulate, update and execute the HR strategies, policies, and processes in line with the company’s business strategy, key business objectives and pertinent labour laws
• Keep abreast of relevant legislative, regulatory, and environmental changes to ensure that the business remains compliant
• Develop and implement programmes and change interventions to enable the implementation of defined corporate values and organisational culture
• Evaluate, present the case for change, and drive the implementation of the appropriate resourcing and talent management initiatives to ensure that the organisation has the talent required to deliver its strategy
• Review the outputs from the periodic staff performance reviews and advise leadership on their implications for business performance, succession management and employee engagement
• Ensure organisational compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements on HR policies and practices.
• Lead initiatives to embed a high-performance, safety-focused organisational culture.

Required Experience and Capabilities

• First Degree in Social Sciences or related discipline
• MBA or relevant Master’s degree will be an advantage
• Relevant professional qualifications (CIPM, CIPD, SHRM, SPHRi etc.)
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a Human Resources Generalist function with at least five (5) years in a Senior/Strategic Leadership role
• Strong strategic orientation and experience in driving transformational change
• Proven experience in implementing HR business partnering models/structures
• Experience in the energy, utilities, or large infrastructure sector is preferrable.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour law and regulatory compliance.
• High level of credibility, ethical standards, and personal integrity.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online