Human Resources & Legal Officer

Responsibilities:

HR Operations, Legal Compliance & Administration:

• Provide administrative support across all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, and HR documentation.
• Ensure all HR processes, policies, and documentation comply with Nigerian labour laws and regulatory standards.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies in line with legal requirements.

Employee Records, Contracts & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, contracts, and HR databases in line with company policies.
• Draft, review, and manage employment contracts, NDAs, service agreements, and other legal documents.
• Manage staff onboarding and exit documentation processes, ensuring legal compliance at all stages.
• Ensure proper filing of employee records, leave records, confirmations, promotions, and disciplinary documents.

Recruitment, Onboarding & Legal Vetting:

• Assist with job postings, CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Ensure recruitment processes comply with labour laws and fair hiring practices.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires and ensure smooth integration into the organisation.

Payroll, Benefits & Legal Support:

• Support payroll preparation by collating attendance, leave records, and employee data.
• Assist with employee benefits administration and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

Employee Relations, Dispute Resolution & Advisory:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee HR-related enquiries.
• Handle employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary processes in line with legal standards.
• Provide legal guidance on employment matters and escalate complex legal issues where necessary.
• Support dispute resolution, mediation, and documentation of disciplinary proceedings.

Compliance, Risk Management & Policy Administration:

• Ensure HR practices comply with Nigerian labour laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Identify legal risks in HR operations and recommend preventive measures.
• Support audits, investigations, and regulatory inspections by maintaining proper documentation.

Data Management & Reporting:

• Maintain HR systems, databases, and legal records accurately.
• Prepare weekly and monthly HR reports, staff lists, and HR activity summaries.
• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive employee and legal information.

Performance Management Support:

• Assist in coordinating performance appraisals and tracking appraisal documentation.
• Ensure performance processes are properly documented and compliant.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with department heads and management to support HR and legal initiatives.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel, consultants, and regulatory bodies when required.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on HR best practices, Nigerian labour laws, and legal compliance requirements.
• Recommend improvements to HR processes to enhance efficiency and reduce legal risks.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognised institution.
• Must be called to the Nigerian Bar and qualified to practice law.
• Minimum of 2–5 years post-call experience, with exposure to corporate law, employment law, or HR functions.
• Previous experience in HR, employee relations, or administrative roles is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and employment practices is required.