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
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client, a reputable manufacturing firm based in Enugu, is seeking to engage an experienced and strategic Human Resource Manager to lead its HR function.
• The ideal candidate will bring 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 100% compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Prepare HR reports for management decision-making

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc in Industrial & Labour Relations, Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or any related Management discipline
• MSc or MBA is an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years 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 & 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.

ow to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and cover letter to: recuit@elizabethmaddeux.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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.