Personnel Manager

Responsibilities: 

Personnel Administration:

• Maintain and update employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation.
• Oversee employee onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and exit processes.
• Manage attendance, leave administration, and workforce records.
• Ensure proper documentation of disciplinary actions and personnel matters.

Payroll Administration:

• Coordinate and supervise monthly payroll processing.
• Ensure accuracy of salaries, overtime, allowances, deductions, and final settlements.
• Liaise with Finance to ensure timely salary payments.
• Manage payroll-related records and reports.

Union Management & Industrial Relations:

• Maintain cordial relationships with labour unions and employee representatives.
• Participate in union meetings, negotiations, and collective bargaining discussions.
• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary matters in line with company policies and labour laws.
• Promote industrial harmony and minimize labour disputes.

Expatriate Management:

• Coordinate expatriate documentation, permits, visas, and regulatory approvals.
• Monitor expatriate quota utilization and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies regarding expatriate employment matters.

Legal & Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the Nigerian Labour Act and employment regulations.
• Coordinate statutory remittances and compliance activities relating to: PENCOM, NSITF, ITF, NHF, PAYE
• Support audits, inspections, and engagements with regulatory authorities.
• Ensure company HR policies and procedures remain legally compliant.

Employee Relations & Welfare:

• Manage employee welfare programs and workplace engagement initiatives.
• Support conflict resolution and disciplinary procedures.
• Promote a positive work environment and employee productivity.

Reporting & Administration:

• Prepare monthly personnel reports and workforce statistics.
• Provide management with insights on workforce issues and compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and confidential employee information.

Requirements:

• Minimum of an HND in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or related field.
• Professional certification, such as CIPM, is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in personnel administration or human resources management
• Proven experience in: Payroll Administration, Union Management, Expatriate Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Law Compliance
• Manufacturing experience is mandatory.
• Experience in plastic manufacturing, sack manufacturing, packaging, or the FMCG industries is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law
• Personnel Administration
• Payroll Management
• Union & Industrial Relations Management
• Expatriate Administration
• Statutory Compliance
• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Leadership & Organizational Skills
• High Integrity and Confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR Systems

Preferred Requirements:

• Male candidates are preferred due to the operational nature of the manufacturing environment.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a factory setting and engage employees across all levels.

Remuneration: NGN 300,000 – 400,000 Net Monthly (Based on Experience)

Benefits:

• HMO
• Pension
• Annual Leave
• Performance-Based Incentives
• Other Statutory Benefits