Group Head, Human Resources at The People Practice

The People Practice - Our client, a leading energy and infrastructure consulting is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Head, Human Resources

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking to hire a Group Head, Human Resources who will oversee the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and programs across the company and its subsidiaries. 
• This role ensures the alignmentof HR practices with the company’s objectives while fostering a high-performing workforce. 
• The group headwill lead and manage the HR team across multiple business units and locations, driving talent acquisition,performance management, employee relations, and compliance.

Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and Implement group-wide HR strategies aligned with the company’s goals.
• Collaborate with management to forecast workforce needs and develop talent acquisition strategies.
• Provide Insights and guidance on organizational structure, succession planning, and workforce planning.
• Develop and monitor HR metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Prepare a report for management on key HR trends and recommendations.

Talent Acquisition

• Oversee recruitment processes to attract, select, and onboard top talent.
• Design retention strategies to reduce turnover and increase employee engagement.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.

Learning and Development

• Design and Oversee training programs to develop employee skills and learning capabilities.
• Establish career development frameworks and succession planning.

Performance Management

• Lead the implementation of performance appraisal systems and employee objectives framework.
• Provide support to team lead on performance improvement plans.

Employee Relations and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Labour laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Foster a positive workplace culture and address employee concerns effectively.
• Lead conflict resolution processes and investigations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial relations, and related fields.
• Minimum of 6-7 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong Understanding of HR best practices and employment law.
• Professional certification in HR management (SPHR, GPHR etc).
• Experience in the energy and infrastructure sector is a plus.

Must have skills

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Expertise in organizational development and change management.

Application Closing Date
21st March, 2025.