About the Role
Our client is looking for an experienced People & Culture Manager to champion the organization’s people strategy and foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture. This role will be responsible for driving talent initiatives, strengthening employee engagement, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and ensuring the company’s people practices support its long-term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement people and culture strategies that support organizational growth and business priorities.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational development.
* Lead talent acquisition efforts, ensuring an exceptional candidate and onboarding experience.
* Drive employee engagement initiatives that promote collaboration, productivity, and retention.
* Manage the performance management process, including goal setting, reviews, and employee development plans.
* Identify capability gaps and coordinate learning and development programs to strengthen workforce effectiveness.
* Oversee employee relations matters and provide guidance on conflict resolution and workplace concerns.
* Ensure compensation, benefits, and reward programs remain competitive and aligned with organizational objectives.
* Maintain compliance with employment legislation, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
* Review and enhance people policies, processes, and systems to improve efficiency and employee experience.
* Monitor key people metrics and provide insights that support strategic decision-making.
* Support change management initiatives and help cultivate a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
* Oversee office administration and workplace operations to ensure a productive and engaging work environment.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, or Employee Experience roles.
* At least 2 years of experience leading people initiatives or managing an HR function.
* Strong understanding of employee lifecycle management and organizational development principles.
* Sound knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices.
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience using HR data to drive decisions.
* Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
* Professional certification such as CIPM, SHRM, HRCI, or equivalent is an advantage.
