Human Resources (HR) Business Partner at Vantegral Consulting

Vantegral Consulting is well-positioned to provide innovative and consultative solutions for human, entrepreneurial, and technological advancement and development. Our Human Capacity Development solutions include Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Services, Training and Development Programs, Outsourcing and Support, and Executive Search.

We take a human-centered and evidence-driven approach to understand the challenges and opportunities in our sectors, and we proffer bespoke solutions carefully designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of already established businesses and teething start-ups. This enables us to support our clients to achieve their aims for transformation, culture change and Human Capacity Development within organisations and communities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The HR Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to business units within C&I Leasing Plc, aligning HR practices with organisational goals. The HRBP will support workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, performance optimisation, and HR operational excellence across the business.
• The role requires strong stakeholder management, business understanding, and the ability to influence people's decisions that drive productivity and organisational growth.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership:

• Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and develop people strategies that support business objectives.
• Provide data-driven HR insights to guide decision-making on talent, performance, and organizational design.
• Support change management initiatives, restructuring, and culture transformation.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning:

• Lead talent forecasting, succession planning, and capability development within assigned business units.
• Oversee recruitment needs, collaborate with Talent Acquisition, and ensure optimal staffing levels.
• Identify skill gaps and recommend targeted learning and development initiatives.

Performance & Employee Development:

• Drive the performance management process—goal setting, mid-year reviews, appraisals, and continuous feedback.
• Coach managers on performance improvement strategies and employee development plans.
• Facilitate leadership development programs and competency building.

Employee Relations & Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns, conflict resolution, and ER cases.
• Promote a positive work culture aligned with C&I Leasing’s values.
• Implement engagement initiatives to boost morale, productivity, and retention.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure HR policies, processes, and documentation comply with Nigerian labour laws and company standards.
• Support payroll accuracy by validating employee movements (promotions, transfers, exits).
• Maintain accurate HR records and generate periodic HR reports and KPIs.

Organizational Development:

• Support business units in designing structures that improve efficiency and accountability.
• Drive initiatives that enhance productivity, operational excellence, and workforce capability.
• Facilitate workshops, trainings, and strategy sessions where needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HRBP or advisory role.
• Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) is an added advantage.
• Experience in outsourcing, marine, equipment leasing, or service-oriented sectors is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strong business acumen and understanding of operational drivers.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices.
• High emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and coaching ability.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in HR reporting and metrics.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: nehemiah.osahon@vantegral.com using "HRBP" as the subject of the email.