Head of Human Resources at UUL United Logistics NIG LTD

Reports to: HR Director (HRD)
Department: Human Resources
Direct Reports: Current (3) Target (10)

SALARY RANGE: ₦600,000 - ₦800,000

Job Summary

The Head of HR will serve as the primary architect for the company’s human capital infrastructure. In a "0 to 1" environment, this role is responsible for transitioning the HR function from basic administrative support to a strategic, data-driven department. The focus is on building a scalable talent acquisition engine, ensuring regulatory compliance within the Nigerian labor landscape, and developing a high-performing HR team to support a workforce of 250+ (and growing).

Key Result Areas 

Talent Acquisition Architecture & Workforce Analytics.

• System Design: Design and implement a standardized end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from demand forecasting to onboarding.
• Competency Framework: Develop a competency-based hiring model to ensure "Job-Person Fit" for high-turnover logistics roles.
• Channel Management: Identify and optimize local and digital recruitment channels to reduce Cost-Per-Hire and Time-to-Fill.
• Data-Driven Insights: Establish a recruitment dashboard to track and analyze hiring efficiency, labor cost trends, and early-stage turnover.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation (Nigeria)

• Legal Governance: Ensure HR operations strictly adhere to the Nigerian Labour Act, Employee’s Compensation Act (ECA), and local tax regulations (PAYE, Pension, ITF, NSITF).
• Contract Management: Standardize employment contracts and termination protocols to minimize legal exposure and labor disputes.
• Policy Audit: Conduct regular internal audits of HR records and payroll documentation to ensure "audit-ready" status at all times.

Organizational Scaling & Departmental Leadership

• Team Expansion: Lead the hiring, training, and KPI setting for the expanding HR team (growing from 3 to 10 members).
• SOP Development: Draft and institutionalize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all HR functions to ensure consistency as the business scales.
• Culture of Integrity: Act as the custodian of corporate ethics, ensuring HR processes are transparent and merit based.

KSAO Profile (Competency Requirements)

Knowledge

• Talent Acquisition Theory (Critical): Mastery of structured interviewing, sourcing strategies, and selection methodologies.
• Nigerian Labor Law (Critical): Deep understanding of local employment regulations and statutory requirements.
• HR Analytics: Knowledge of how to transform raw workforce data into actionable business intelligence.

Skills

• Strategic Communication (Critical): Ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex employee relations with clarity and tact.
• Information Integration: Capability to synthesize complex data points into structured reports and strategy papers.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert user of Microsoft Excel (for data modeling) and PowerPoint (for executive reporting).

Abilities

• Uncompromising Integrity (Critical): High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality and fairness in a high-pressure environment.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Natural inclination to use evidence and metrics rather than intuition to solve organizational problems.
• Leadership & Coaching: Proven ability to mentor junior HR staff and build a cohesive, results-oriented team.

Other Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience leading HR teams, with at least 3 years specifically in a Managerial/Head of Dept role.
• Background: Experience in the Logistics, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing sectors is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM-CP/SCP, or PHRi) is a significant advantage.
• Cultural Fit: Experience working in multicultural or Chinese-invested enterprises is another advantage.