Recruitment Business Partner at Sundry Markets Limited

Sundry Markets (owners of Market Square) is Nigeria’s largest grocery retail chain. It was rated one of the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Africa by theFinancial Timesand named the most sustainable retail organization by the Lagos Business School Retail Academy. We are a place where Nigerians can find their trusted grocery brands at the best prices. Market Square was born from a passionate desire to create a modern, superiorshopping experience for Nigerians and a more convenient way for people to meet their everyday needs.

Our core team consists of young and experienced retail professionals with substantial knowledge of the modern retail environment. We recruit and continuously train our staff to ensure they are equipped to provide you with the best products and services at every location where we operate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Recruitment Business Partner

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Human Resources

Role Overview

• The Recruitment Business Partner is a pivotal role responsible for managing the end-to-end talent acquisition lifecycle for our corporate and store support roles.
• This role blends strategic partnership with hiring managers and hands-on execution to attract, select, and onboard top talent that drives our business forward.
• The ideal candidate is a proactive, data-savvy, and customer-focused professional who is passionate about building great teams in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their unique recruitment needs, including position requirements, team dynamics, and the specific qualifications and skills needed for success.
• Develop and implement effective, tailored recruitment strategies and sourcing channels to build a diverse pipeline of qualified candidates for both corporate and retail operations roles.
• Provide expert guidance and support to hiring managers on recruitment best practices, interview techniques, and objective hiring decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external recruitment agencies, universities, job boards, and professional networks to create a robust and sustainable talent pipeline.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle - from posting compelling job adverts and proactively sourcing candidates to conducting screenings, coordinating interviews, and making offers.
• Conduct thorough screening and assessment of applicants, including resume reviews, preliminary phone screenings, and competency-based interviews.
• Administer any required Cognitive Ability Tests (CBT) or other assessments.
• Coordinate the entire interview process: send invites, schedule interviews, and pre-employment medicals.
• Initiate and track background checks where necessary.
• Ensure a best-in-class candidate experience at every touchpoint, from initial application to onboarding.
• Prepare and extend formal offer letters, including negotiation of employment terms.
• Lead a seamless new hire onboarding and orientation process, ensuring new employees are integrated effectively and feel welcomed from day one.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition to drive continuous improvement in our recruitment processes, tools, and employer branding initiatives.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team on employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing campaigns to enhance our position as an employee of choice in the modern retail space.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• CIPM or SHPRi Certification is Compulsory
• 5+ years of recruitment experience, preferably in management hiring (retail, corporate, or related sectors).
• Experience with ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and HR databases.
• Strong sourcing & headhunting skills (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search).
• Excellent interviewing & assessment techniques (behavioral and competency-based).
• Knowledge of pre-employment testing (CBT, psychometrics, case studies).
• High organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple hires simultaneously.
• Understanding of employment laws & compliance.
• Performance Metrics

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online