Head, HR and Admin Job at HR-EX Consulting

HR-EX Consulting - Our client, in the Manufacturing and Trading industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head, HR and Admin

Job Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is looking for a Head of HR/Admin. The role will focus on developing a robust and dynamic, focused HR function that drives people and performance and is outcome-driven to enable our growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Update HR strategy and policy to align with evolving business objectives, workforce needs, and industry best practices.
• Improve the overall recruitment strategy by implementing structured hiring approaches to ensure the right people are placed in the right roles and attract top talent.
• Develop and execute learning and development initiatives, including mentoring, coaching, and in-house training programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities.
• Improve performance management frameworks, including OKR development, appraisal systems, and bonus structures to drive employee growth and accountability.
• Conduct departmental mapping for succession planning, career growth, and competency review to support long-term HR strategy.
• Lead initiatives to enhance employee experience, onboarding, and workplace culture through structured engagement programs.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations, and workplace standards to ensure compliance.
• Oversee HR departmental operations, including audits, reporting, and maintaining records related to HR and administrative activities.
• Supervise all administrative activities, including travel management, housekeeping, vendor coordination, and operational logistics.
• Build external networks within and beyond the manufacturing industry to bring insights and strategies to senior management.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification, such as SPHRi, preferred).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in HR and administrative functions, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, labour laws, and administrative procedures.
• Experience in change management, performance management, coaching, employee engagement, and total rewards processes.
• Ability to build inclusive teams by recognising diverse experiences and skills.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, communication, and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and numerical ability for HR data analysis.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and solve problems pragmatically.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@hrexng.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.