Job Summary
- We are 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
- BSc 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.