Human Resources (HR) Business Partner at Vantegral Consulting

Job Summary

• The HR Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to business units within C&I Leasing Plc, aligning HR practices with organisational goals. The HRBP will support workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, performance optimisation, and HR operational excellence across the business.
• The role requires strong stakeholder management, business understanding, and the ability to influence people's decisions that drive productivity and organisational growth.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership:

• Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and develop people strategies that support business objectives.
• Provide data-driven HR insights to guide decision-making on talent, performance, and organizational design.
• Support change management initiatives, restructuring, and culture transformation.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning:

• Lead talent forecasting, succession planning, and capability development within assigned business units.
• Oversee recruitment needs, collaborate with Talent Acquisition, and ensure optimal staffing levels.
• Identify skill gaps and recommend targeted learning and development initiatives.

Performance & Employee Development:

• Drive the performance management process—goal setting, mid-year reviews, appraisals, and continuous feedback.
• Coach managers on performance improvement strategies and employee development plans.
• Facilitate leadership development programs and competency building.

Employee Relations & Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns, conflict resolution, and ER cases.
• Promote a positive work culture aligned with C&I Leasing’s values.
• Implement engagement initiatives to boost morale, productivity, and retention.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure HR policies, processes, and documentation comply with Nigerian labour laws and company standards.
• Support payroll accuracy by validating employee movements (promotions, transfers, exits).
• Maintain accurate HR records and generate periodic HR reports and KPIs.

Organizational Development:

• Support business units in designing structures that improve efficiency and accountability.
• Drive initiatives that enhance productivity, operational excellence, and workforce capability.
• Facilitate workshops, trainings, and strategy sessions where needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HRBP or advisory role.
• Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) is an added advantage.
• Experience in outsourcing, marine, equipment leasing, or service-oriented sectors is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strong business acumen and understanding of operational drivers.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices.
• High emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and coaching ability.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in HR reporting and metrics.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.