Group Industrial Relations Lead at Fifth Quadrant Performance Limited

Fifth Quadrant Performance Limited is a performance improvement company. We are committed to crafting smart solutions and delivering exceptional service to all our customers. Our services, solutions, and technologies enable companies, teams, and individuals to improve performance.  We’re at our best when helping clients achieve their best performance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Industrial Relations Lead

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Level: Senior Staff

Job Purpose

• Responsible for managing and fostering positive labor relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and resolving disputes between employees and management. 
• Implementing strategic HR initiatives to enhance organizational productivity and employee satisfaction. 
• Commitment to driving sustainable growth through proactive industrial relations practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Labour Relations Management: Develop and implement strategies for effective labour relations management while serving as the primary point of contact between the Group and labour union. 
• Labour Law Compliance: Ensure adherence to Nigerian labour laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to employee relations, employment contracts, and workplace safety. 
• Negotiation and Mediation: Serve as a primary point of contact for resolving conflicts between management and employees, conducting negotiations, and facilitating mediation sessions to achieve mutually beneficial resolutions. 
• Collective Bargaining: Lead negotiations with labour unions or employee representatives to develop collective bargaining agreements, addressing wages, benefits, working conditions, and other relevant issues. 
• Policy Development: Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with organizational objectives and legal requirements, fostering fairness and equity in the workplace. 
• Employee Advocacy: Advocate for employee rights and interests, representing their concerns to management, and promoting open communication channels to address grievances effectively. 
• Dispute Resolution: Investigate employee complaints, grievances, or disciplinary issues, conducting fair and impartial investigations and recommending appropriate resolutions or disciplinary actions as necessary. 
• Training and Development: Collaborate with departmental managers and unit heads to identify labor-related training needs, develop training programs on labour relations topics, and deliver workshops to enhance understanding and compliance with labour laws and regulations. 
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and liabilities related to industrial relations matters, assess their imp
• act on the organization, and develop proactive strategies to mitigate risks and ensure legal compliance.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business  Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification  (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is preferred. 
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial relations or human resources management, preferably in the oil and gas industry.  
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws, collective bargaining agreements, and dispute resolution. 
• Proven track record of effectively managing employee relations. 
• Excellent organizational skills  
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills 
• Negotiation and Conflict resolution skills 
• Good attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines. 
• Broad knowledge of operation in the oil and gas industry. 
• Ability to manage a diverse group of staff at different levels. 
• Ability to gather and analyze data. 
• Previous experience in relations with third parties and government is a must.  
• Excellent networking skills  
• Must be creative, imaginative and of high integrity. 
• Excellent presentation skills 
• Team orientation and able to work with all levels within the organization and  external network. 
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management software. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.