HR Manager at a Reputable Manufacturing Firm - Elizabeth Maddeux Limited

Elizabeth Maddeux Limited - Our client, a reputable manufacturing firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HR Manager

Location: Enugu
Job Type: Fully onsite (Monday – Friday)
Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Job Summary

• We are seeking to engage an experienced and strategic Human Resource Manager to lead its HR function. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in industrial relations, Nigerian Labour Law, compensation and benefits administration, and HR operations within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• This role requires a hands-on leader capable of driving workforce efficiency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead and manage the HR department to ensure operational excellence
• Drive HR transformation initiatives and process improvements
• Advise management on HR best practices and risk mitigation

Industrial & Labour Relations:

• Manage relationships with trade unions and employee representatives
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian Labour Law and statutory regulations
• Lead negotiations, disciplinary processes, and grievance management
• Handle workforce disputes and conflict resolution effectively

Recruitment & Workforce Planning:

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for plant and administrative roles
• Implement succession planning and talent management frameworks
• Ensure timely staffing to meet production demands

Compensation & Benefits Administration:

• Oversee payroll administration and ensure accuracy
• Manage compensation structures aligned with industry standards
• Administer employee benefits and ensure statutory compliance
• Conduct salary benchmarking and compensation reviews

Performance Management:

• Implement and monitor performance appraisal systems
• Ensure KPIs are aligned with organizational objectives
• Provide guidance to managers on performance improvement plans

Employee Engagement & Culture:

• Promote a productive and compliant workplace culture
• Drive employee engagement initiatives
• Oversee disciplinary processes and policy enforcement

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate employee records
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Prepare HR reports to support management decision-making

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc. in Industrial & Labour Relations, Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or any related Management discipline
• M.Sc. or MBA is an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience
• At least 5 years in a managerial capacity
• Prior experience as an HR Manager in a manufacturing plant or FMCG company is mandatory
• Strong working knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law, trade union engagement, compensation and benefits administration, and HR transformation
• Professional certification (CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Strategic thinker with hands-on operational capability
• Ability to thrive in a structured manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG company
• Supportive team culture and enabling environment.

Application Closing Date
15th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruit@elizabethmaddeux.com using “HR Manager @ Enugu" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Candidates must reside in Enugu or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for gender balance.