Human Resources Manager Job at Sooyah Bistro Limited

Sooyah Bistro Limited - We are a one-stop Suya culinary restaurant. Sooyah Bistro is our way of combining an age-old tradition with today's innovation, resulting in an amazingly unique, tasty and creative culinary experience.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Human Resources Manager

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and execute strategic HR initiatives that align with our organization’s goals.
• This role will oversee all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and organizational development.
• The ideal candidate is a people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of HR strategies, policies, and programs that support the organization’s objectives and growth plans.
• Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition processes, including workforce planning, job postings, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records and manage performance tracking systems, ensuring data integrity and timely reporting.
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, absenteeism, and retention to guide decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with Nigerian labor laws, HR regulatory requirements, and internal HR policies through training, audits, and documentation.
• Drive employee engagement, learning and development initiatives, and performance review cycles in collaboration with departmental leads.
• Administer staff welfare programs, compensation structures, employee benefits, and occupational health and safety policies.
• Act as a trusted advisor on HR matters including conflict resolution, employee relations, disciplinary processes, and organizational design.
• Champion a vibrant organizational culture by leading recognition programs, employee events, and culture-building activities.
• Coordinate monthly payroll processes in partnership with the finance team to ensure timely and accurate compensation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labor laws, HR compliance standards, and contemporary HR practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as BambooHR, Zoho People, or other similar systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
• Proven experience in problem-solving, decision-making, and handling sensitive employee matters with discretion.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM) is strongly preferred.

What We Offer

• Salary: N200,000 - N500,000 per month. 
• Performance-based bonuses tied to clear KPIs
• A high-impact opportunity to shape the people and culture strategy
• A collaborative, innovative work environment that values creativity, excellence, and grow.