Human Resource Manager at Open Access Consulting

Purpose of the Role

• The successful candidate will be responsible for driving HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training and development, HR policies, compliance, and other people-related initiatives that support the Bank's growth and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and people-management strategies.
• Lead recruitment, selection, onboarding and workforce planning activities.
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary processes and workplace grievances.
• Drive performance management, appraisal and employee engagement initiatives.
• Identify training needs and coordinate staff training and development programmes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure proper HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Advise management on employee-related matters and support effective decision-making.
• Develop and monitor HR metrics, reports and workforce-related data.
• Support organisational culture, staff retention and employee welfare initiatives.
• Manage payroll inputs, leave administration and other HR operations where applicable.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior HR/administrative staff.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor's degree / HND in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Management, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant HR experience, preferably within a microfinance bank,commercial bank, financial institution or other regulated organization.
• Professional HR certification such as CIPM, SHRM, HRCI or equivalentis an advantage, and an MSc in related fields
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian employment practices and HR compliance.
• Demonstrable experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management and training.
• Experience working with HR policies, documentation and HR reporting.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of the Anambra business/workforce environment and languages is an advantage.