Head, Human Resources at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Reference Number: 130-PEO01113
Location: Lagos
Job type: Permanent
Department: People & Change Nigeria

Roles & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Director/CEO.
• This individual will be responsible for determining the Human Resource strategic and programmatic needs and priorities of its entity, articulating those needs to corporate Human Resources service units, and supporting effective planning, implementation and evaluation of strategies, programs, and services.
• He/she is responsible for developing, advising and implementing policies relating to the effective use of personnel.

Other responsibilities are outlined below:
Internal Process:

• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of effective human resource (HR) and staff development practices and policies in support of the company’s business objectives. Establish appropriate HR and development strategy and policies to support the company’s business objectives applying industry best practices
• Research and advise on remuneration (including employee benefits) and job grading model that will ensure motivated and empowered employees
• Recruitment, selection and appointment of management and staff in accordance with the company’s business plan
• Implement a performance management process and maintain a database that will support a culture of performance management
• Identify, evaluate, develop and implement programmes and coaching interventions for management and staff to optimize the human capital of the company
• Establish equitable labour relations and disciplinary practices in compliance with relevant legislation
• Act as facilitator in transformation and transition programmes affecting employees
• Oversee functions related to staff benefit administration and manage the relationships with suppliers of services e.g. suppliers of pension administration, medical and payroll services

Corporate Resources:

• Administration and management of the company’s fixed (non-financial) assets, including fleet and insurance
• Coordination and provision of other outsourced services (e.g. Security, Drivers, etc) as required
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations

Customer Service:

• Assist internal and external customers with queries

People:

• Take ownership for own learning and development.

Qualification

• A good degree from a reputable Institution
• Minimum of 8-10 years working experience
• CIPM.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years post qualification at senior management position in an insurance industry
• Performance Management
• Human Resources Management fundamentals
• Compensation
• Career Management
• Rewards and Recognition
• Fleet Management
• Learning and Development
• Talent Management
• Manpower planning/staffing
• Communication Skills
• Negotiation
• Accountability
• Managerial and team building skill.

Competencies:

• Planning skills
• Concern for quality and accuracy
• Achievement Orientation
• Organisation and attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Self-Awareness and Insight
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Communication
• Drive for Results
• Monitory skills.