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
Working Hours: 8am – 6pm (Mon - Fri)

Job Summary

• Our client 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.
• M.Sc. 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 (N400,000 - N600,000 / month). 
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG Company.
• Supportive team culture and enabling environment.

Application Closing Date
14th March, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter 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.