Group Head, Human Capital and Administration at Menzon Nigeria Limited

Job Description

• Provide leadership and have management oversight of the Human Resources and Administrative function in the Group.
• Ensure attraction and retention of the right talent, including managing the recruitment and selection process.
• Handle job designs in collaboration with line managers, and where necessary, review job descriptions to ensure relevance and alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop, review, communicate, and monitor the implementation of HR policies, processes, and procedures.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Develop and monitor the HR/Admin budget for the Group.
• Assess training needs and recommend or implement appropriate training programs within the allocated budget.
• Promote a corporate culture emphasizing quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Direct and implement disciplinary procedures including properly resolving conflicts, disputes, and grievances.
• Ensure timely preparation of the monthly payroll with the Finance Department, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Organize and manage new employee induction, orientation, and onboarding programs.
• Design, implement, and monitor HR metrics as and when needed.
• Ensure maintenance of updated employee records in line with policy and regulation, including management of the HRIS systems in a manner that guarantees confidentiality.
• Coordinate background and reference verification activities to determine the integrity of staff profiles and records.
• Develop workforce planning strategies to address the Group's current and future staffing needs.
• Establish and maintain appropriate and competitive pay structure and administer employee benefits packages in line with policy.
• Ensure that HR practices and operations comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Effectively manage leave administration with sensitivity to the needs of the organization.
• Develop and drive a positive, safe, and healthy workplace that promotes staff productivity.
• Manage all matters about the welfare of partners.
• Ensure availability of office consumables for smooth day-to-day running of the Group.
• Supervise IT, Facility Management, Corporate Communications, and Procurement in alignment with corporate goals and mission.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Humanities, Business Administration, or related field (master’s degree in human resources is an added advantage)
• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience, at least 8, must be in a core HR capacity.
• Possession of professional certification from any of CIPM or its foreign equivalents (e.g., SHRM, CIPD, HRCI) is required.
• Generalist experience in key HR functions including recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, performance management, learning and development, exit management, etc.
• Good working knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good knowledge of HRIS systems.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to always demonstrate a positive attitude including working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Commitment to ethical standards and a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to interact, connect with, and influence people at all organizational levels.
• Professional level verbal and written communication with good report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.