Head of HR at Maurice Xandra Solutions

One of our Client, a leading conglomerate in Nigeria is seeking to fill the position of Head of HR(Warri)

The Head - HR shall oversee all aspects of Human Resources practices and processes.
He/she will support business needs and ensure the proper implementation of company strategy and objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership on the development of appropriate HR policies across the company.
• Research best practice to enable the best design of company policies
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
• Manage the recruitment and selection process
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, and preservation of human capital
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, and procedures across the organization
• Nurture a positive working environment
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
• Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management
• Provide strategic oversight and direction to the company remuneration policy and practices.
• Create appropriate employment conditions and support for the company staff.
• Provide direction on staff engagement so that the company regularly measures and responds to staff feedback to improve the company as a place to work.

Leadership on specific themes and issues:

• Play a central role in forwarding planning and strategy development for the division as a whole.
• Provide oversight of the company’s approach to job evaluation to maintain consistency and fairness and assess appropriate methodologies for implementation.
• Guide the interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures.
• Critically assess and develop policies in line with internal and external factors.
• Develop a coordinated and consistent approach to how the company engages with all staff.

Main Specification

• Required Education: First degree in business administration, social science or other related courses.
• MBA is an added advantage
• Professional qualification is a must.
• Required Experience: Minimum of 15 years’ work experience, 5 of which must be in a senior management role
• Proven track record of translating experience into practice and efforts for sustainability.

Additional Requirement:

• Ability to be creative, think out of box
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills.
• Leadership and motivation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skill.
• Hands-on experience in executing HR functions (induction, training, interview, and development of job specification) along with administration in a structured organization.
• Play a key role in consensus building and conflict resolution with partners
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.

Job Location: Warri

Candidates that reside in Delta State are advised to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates that meet the requirements will be contacted.