HR Lead at CEMCS Microfinance Bank Limited

CEMCS Microfinance Bank Limited is a Tier-1 microfinance bank established to provide accessible, reliable, and customer-focused financial services to individuals, small businesses, and corporate communities.The Bank is committed to advancing financial inclusion by delivering innovative microfinance solutions tailored to meet the needs of micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs), salary earners, entrepreneurs, and underserved segments of the economy. Its core services include savings mobilization, credit facilities, lease finance, digital banking solutions, and other value-driven financial products designed to support economic growth and improve livelihoods.With a focus on prudent risk management, sound corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.

CEMCS Microfinance Bank Limited operates in alignment with the guidelines of the Central Bank of Nigeria and other relevant regulatory bodies. The Bank continues to leverage technology, strategic partnerships, and a customer-centric service culture to expand its reach and deliver sustainable value to its stakeholders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HR Lead

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: HR Manager/Head, Legal & Human Resources

Role Purpose

• Support the HR function in a regulated microfinance environment by delivering efficient recruitment support, onboarding, employee relations, payroll/benefits administration, training coordination, HRIS data integrity, Administration processes, compliance documentation, and day – to – day HR operations.
• The role safeguards people process, ensures compliance with Nigerian labour and financial services regulations, and underpins a high – trust, performance – driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Manage job postings, screening, interviews, pre-employment checks, and onboarding.
• HR Administration & HRIS: Maintain accurate employee records, prepare HR letters, and generate HR reports.
• Payroll & Benefits Support: Collate payroll inputs, reconcile statutory deductions, and address payroll queries.
• Employee Relations & Culture: Handle HR enquiries, support engagement programs, and assist in disciplinary processes.
• Performance & Learning Support: Coordinate performance cycles and administer training logistics.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure HR processes align with Nigeria Labor Act, Pension Reform Act, NDPR, and CBN Microfinance Guidelines.
• Exit Management: Coordinate exits, clearance, and final pay computations.
• Stakeholder Management & Tools: Collaborate with branches and utilize Microsoft 365 and HR tools for workflow.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Psychology, or Law.
• Professional certifications: CIPM (Nigeria), or SHRM, or HRCI preferred.
• 3 – 5 years HR support experience in banking/financial services.
• Knowledge of Nigeria Labour Act, Pension Reform Act, NDPR, and CBN Microfinance Guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, HRIS is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem – solving skills.

Working Conditions: On – site in Lagos. Standard bank hours with flexibility during audits, or recruitment pushes.

Application Closing Date
3rd April, 2026.