Head, Human Resources Job at SIAO HRC

SIAO HRC is a subsidiary of SIAO, an independent Nigerian professional services firm which boasts of a crop of seasoned professionals with local and international experience positioned to providing excellent Human Resource Consultancy services, financial advisory services, legal and compliance services, taxation and business assurance.

Specifically, the Firm is managed by Alumni of KPMG, PWC, EY, PKF Professional Services and Grant Thornton. With a professional staff strength of over 150 highly qualified and dedicated personnel, we pride ourselves as being Nigeria’s largest indigenous professional services firm, with a strong presence across Africa. Our professional competence has spread across, HR Services, auditing and professional consulting services for various sectors of the economy such as Engineering, Oil and Gas, Finance, Public Sector, Telecommunications and Manufacturing amongst others. We pride ourselves in always being at a high level of responsiveness and commitment to our client’s needs. This distinguishes us from our competitors and also guarantees excellent results for repeat business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head, Human Resources
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and visionary Head of Human Resources to lead the HR strategy of our high-end retail outlet, renowned for selling Premium clothing, watches, and accessories.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative people solutions, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring world-class customer experience through effective talent management.
• This is a strategic leadership role reporting directly to the CEO, with a strong focus on aligning HR initiatives with business growth and brand excellence.

Responsibilities
Strategic Human Resource Leadership:

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the company’s mission, vision, and long-term business objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and organizational development.

Talent Acquisition & Management:

• Lead the recruitment and selection process for high-performing talent across all levels.
• Implement succession planning and career development programs to attract and retain top-tier talent in the retail sector.

Performance Management & Employee Engagement:

• Drive a high-performance culture through structured performance management frameworks.
• Develop employee engagement programs that enhance job satisfaction, motivation, and retention.

Compensation & Benefits Administration:

• Oversee the design and implementation of competitive compensation structures, benefits packages, and reward programs.
• Ensure payroll and benefits administration is seamless and aligned with industry standards.

Training & Development:

• Create learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and align with the company’s Premium retail standards.
• Monitor trends in retail HR practices and recommend continuous improvements.

Employee Relations & Compliance:

• Maintain a positive work environment by managing employee relations and conflict resolution effectively.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulatory policies, and ethical standards in the retail industry.

Organizational Culture & Diversity:

• Champion diversity, equity and inclusion within the organization.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence aligned with the brand’s premium identity.

HR Analytics & Reporting:

• Utilize HR analytics to monitor key metrics and support data-driven decision-making.
• Provide regular reports to management on workforce trends, talent pipeline, and HR performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a senior HR leadership role, preferably in the retail, Premium sectors.
• MBA or professional HR certifications (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) are highly desirable.
• Proven ability to align HR strategy with business goals.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with a track record of driving change.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HR analytics and performance management tools.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership & Influence: Ability to inspire and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of retail dynamics and market trends.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term people strategies that support business growth.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Focus on delivering top-notch customer service through well-trained staff.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Promote and manage diversity within a Premium retail environment.

Salary
N28,000,000 annually.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@siao-ng.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.
• Please use SIAOPL009 as the reference code on the Google form.