HR Manager

Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership

• Design and implement scalable HR strategies aligned with the company’s rapid growth and operational goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the leadership team on people-related matters, including workforce planning, culture, and talent development.
• Build and maintain HR frameworks, policies, and processes in line with local regulations and international best practices.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead and optimize the recruitment process across all functions (technical, Sales, & Admin).
• Forecast headcount needs in collaboration with department heads.
• Champion employer branding initiatives to attract top-tier talent within the renewable energy sector.
• Oversee the Talent Acquisition Officer and ensure successful delivery on recruitment KPIs.

Performance Management & Employee Development

• Implement a robust performance evaluation framework tailored to different job levels and functions.
• Develop and manage learning and development programs to enhance employee capability and retention.
• Coach managers on giving feedback, conducting reviews, and driving team performance.

Employee Relations & Culture Building

• Promote a transparent, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Serve as the first point of contact for grievance handling and disciplinary issues.
• Foster cross-cultural understanding between Chinese expatriates and local employees.

Compensation, Benefits & Attendance

• Ensure competitive and equitable compensation structures.
• Supervise attendance, payroll input, and benefits administration.
• Analyze HR metrics to inform compensation planning and workforce cost optimization.

Compliance & Policy Development

• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in line with audit and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• CIPM/CIPD certification is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven experience building HR departments from scratch or working in startup environments.
• Prior experience working with a Chinese-led organization or Chinese expatriate leadership is strongly preferred.
• Industry knowledge or exposure to renewable energy, manufacturing, or technical industries is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian labor laws and statutory requirements.