Head of Human Resources Job at Workforce Group

Workforce Group is a Management Consulting and Outsourcing Professional Services Firm. Following its inception in July 2004, Workforce Management Centre Limited (Workforce) has built an enviable reputation as the leading indigenous management and professional services consulting firm in Nigeria. Drawing from its Deep Domain Expertise, in the area of organizational effectiveness and employee performance, the Company is positioned to assist businesses across diverse sectors of the economy in their quest to create sustainable value for their stakeholders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Human Resources

Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Head of Human Resources will oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes, supporting business needs and ensuring the proper implementation of company strategy and objectives.
• The role involves strategic workforce planning, enhancing employee performance, supporting employee development, and maintaining HR compliance.
• The Head of HR will be pivotal in driving cultural change, promoting organizational values, and aligning the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.

Prime Responsibilities and Duties
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process to attract and retain top-tier talent.

Performance & Talent Management:

• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, and motivation of human capital.
• Nurture a positive working environment and a culture of feedback and continuous improvement.

Learning & Development:

• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
• Ensure talent management is effective for all staff across all aspects of the business.

Policy & Compliance:

• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organization.
• Oversee and manage a pay plan and benefits program.
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.

Corporate Culture & Ethics:

• Reinforce a corporate culture that reflects the company's values and mission, promoting integrity and fairness across all operations.
• Lead initiatives to enhance organizational culture, ensuring that all HR practices support the ethos of transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Address and manage the need for staff restructuring and renewal to align with strategic objectives and cultural alignment.

Essential Criteria for Success:

• Integrity and Fairness: The candidate must have an impeccable record of high integrity and the ability to approach all situations and decisions without bias.
• Strategic HR Leadership: Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with our overall business strategy is crucial.
• Experience with Cultural Transformation: Experience leading cultural change initiatives to reinforce corporate culture and align it with business goals.
• Proven Track Record in Talent Management: Demonstrated ability to manage talent, including recruitment, retention, and development of a high-performance workforce.
• Strong Regulatory Compliance: In-depth understanding of labor law and compliance in a multi-regional context (experience in Nigeria and Kenya would be a plus).

Requirements

• Proven working experience as HR manager or other HR executive.
• Years of Experience: Minimum of 10 years in human resources with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• High integrity and ability to approach all situations and decisions without bias.
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• People-oriented and results-driven.
• Demonstrable experience with HR metrics.
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases.
• Degree in Human Resources or related field; Master’s degree
• Industry Background: Experience in the retail, hospitality, or food and beverage industry is preferre
• Company Preferences: We prefer candidates from companies known for their robust HR practices and strong corporate culture and have no issues with hiring from any firm whatsoever.