Head of Corporate Services at Savvy HR

Job Description

• A firm in Lagos is seeking to employ the services of Head of Corporate Services into its reputable organization.
• The suitable candidate for the position shall report directly to the MD and will be responsible for the management of the HR department, all Administration functions (team), Finance and Accounts, management of information and IT systems, facilities management and the training academy.

Requirements to succeed:

• This role requires an individual with dedication and passion to make this role a success.
• The role will require sound analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
• This is a pivotal role in the company and therefore will incur a proportionate amount of extra workload and a flexible approach to working hours as and when required.
• Working both in and out of the office, the role will include the ability to keep up with paperwork and meticulous diary-keeping to manage individual and team responsibilities.
• The role will need the ability to communicate at all levels, whilst developing an excellent understanding of the values of the company and living those values to fulfil the position.

Role Specific Requirements:

• Excellent IT skills: competency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer.
• Flexibility to work at multiple locations
• Willing to be flexible regarding working hours.

Qualification and Training

• Minimum of HND or Bachelor's degree
• Possession of Master of Business Administration is an added advantage
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience
• Strong IT literacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proven track record of managing an HR department, preferably in a senior role.
• Experience of designing and delivering coaching/mentoring, learning and development and talent management programmes
• Interpersonal relationships, discretion and confidentiality
• Knowledge of employment law
• Experience of report writing utilising excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Experience of using HR Information Systems
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to innovate to create and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience of designing and writing HR policies, procedures, offers and contracts of employment
• Knowledge of payroll and payroll procedures
• Ability to support and influence all stakeholders, including Directors across the business
• Adaptability and flexibility – willing to work on a variety of projects and perform in multiple roles