Talent Acquisition Manager Job at VFD Group

VFD Group is an alternative financial service holding company that creates value by working within Nigeria's informal financial sector to create innovative products and solutions that are accessible to the everyday Nigerian.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Talent Acquisition Manager

Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• As the Talent Acquisition Manager, you’ll spearhead end-to-end recruitment, ensuring we attract, assess, and onboard top talent that embodies our core values: Execution, Entrepreneurship, Respect, Inclusion, and Dynamism.
• You’ll partner with business leaders to align hiring strategies with organizational growth, while elevating our employer brand and candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Strategy & Leadership

• Partner with senior leadership to forecast talent needs and design scalable recruitment strategies.
• Develop robust talent pipelines for critical roles using innovative sourcing techniques (social media, headhunting, referrals, and partnerships).
• Provide data-driven insights to optimize hiring processes and decision-making.

Recruitment Excellence

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for all levels, from mid-career to executive hires.
• Implement structured interviews and competency-based assessments to ensure quality hires.
• Leverage Human Resources tech (ATS/HRIS) to streamline workflows and enhance recruitment metrics.

Employer Branding & Inclusion

• Amplify VFD Group’s employer brand through digital platforms, campus engagements, and industry events.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives to build a workforce that reflects our communities.

Requirements
What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 6+ years in talent acquisition, preferably in multi-entity or group settings, with a track record in senior-level hiring.
• A Master’s Degree or Human Resources certifications (CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) are a plus.

Skills:

• Expertise in sourcing, stakeholder management, and HR analytics.
• Proficiency in recruitment tools and platforms.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.