Human Resource Specialist at Elvaridah

Job Overview

• We are seeking a highly competent and compassionate Human Resource (HR) Specialist to join us.
• In this dynamic role, you will serve as the HR specialist across all businesses within the group, providing strategic and operational HR support to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• This position will require you to balance traditional HR responsibilities with a people-first approach, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• The ideal candidate will be skilled in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance while promoting the company’s culture and employee well-being.
• If you are passionate about building strong teams, improving employee engagement, and implementing HR best practices, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment:

• Manage the full recruitment process across all subsidiaries from job posting to onboarding, ensuring the right talent is hired.
• Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to find candidates who align with each business’s culture and values.
• Conduct interviews, assessments, and background checks to ensure the right hire for each role within the holding company.

Employee Onboarding & Offboarding:

• Ensure new hires across the businesses receive a seamless and positive onboarding experience, introducing them to the unique culture, policies, and procedures of each entity.
• Conduct exit interviews across all companies, gathering feedback and insights for improving employee retention and organizational culture.
• Manage transitions, ensuring that offboarding processes comply with legal and ethical standards while treating employees with dignity and respect.

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution:

• Serve as the HR point of contact across all business units, addressing workplace concerns, policy clarifications, and conflict resolution.
• Mediate conflicts in teams or between employees and management across the group, providing fair and compassionate solutions.
• Foster an open, communicative work environment, promoting mutual respect and care for employees’ well-being.

Performance Management:

• Support managers within each business unit in setting clear performance expectations and conducting regular appraisals.
• Develop and implement performance improvement plans (PIPs) as needed, focusing on employee growth and development.
• Design and implement group-wide employee development programs to improve skills, boost engagement, and promote career growth.

Compensation & Benefits Administration:

• Assist in administering employee benefits programs across all business units, including health insurance, pension plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Provide guidance on compensation structures and benefits to employees across the group, as well as clients.
• Regularly review and recommend updates to benefits packages to meet the diverse needs of employees in the different business sectors.

Training & Development:

• Develop and coordinate training programs across the different business units, tailored to the unique needs of each sector.
• Implement workshops and seminars on diversity, leadership, and mental health to promote a positive, inclusive work culture across the group
• Monitor the effectiveness of training initiatives and recommend continuous improvements to meet organizational goals.

HR Compliance & Policies:

• Ensure HR policies and practices across all businesses comply with labor laws and employment regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and legal documentation for each business.
• Regularly update HR policies across the organization to reflect legal changes and best practices.

Employee Engagement & Well-Being:

• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies across the subsidiaries, promoting wellness, team-building, and employee recognition.
• Champion mental health and well-being initiatives across all business units, creating a supportive work environment.
• Encourage open communication and foster a culture of inclusion across the group.

HR Analytics & Reporting:

• Track HR metrics such as employee turnover, retention, and satisfaction across all businesses to inform HR decisions.
• Prepare regular reports on HR performance, including recruitment, training, and engagement across the group
• Use data-driven insights to refine HR strategies across the organization.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in human resources, with experience in multi-business or holding company structures preferred.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations, and HR best practices across various sectors.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships across diverse business units.
• Empathetic and compassionate approach to HR, handling sensitive issues with care.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple HR functions across various business entities.
• Proficiency with HR software systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Human Resources (e.g., CHRM-CP or equivalent).
• Experience working in real estate, digital, financial, or hospitality sectors.
• Strong background in employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
• Proven experience in HR data analytics and reporting.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrates a people-centric approach, showing care and concern for employee well-being across all businesses.
• Ethical Judgment: Ability to navigate complex HR issues with integrity and transparency.
• Adaptability: Comfortable managing HR needs across diverse business units, each with its own culture and operational challenges.
• Team Player: Collaborates effectively with teams across the group, fostering a unified company culture.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (Salary Range of N150,000 – N200,000)
• Health insurance, pension, and other benefits
• Wellness programs and professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements.