People & Administrative Lead at Salve Consulting Limited

Job Summary

We are seeking a People & Administrative Lead who is passionate about building an inclusive, values-driven, and high-performing workplace. In this role, you will shape culture, lead key HR initiatives, and manage the entire employee journey — from recruitment to growth and engagement — while working closely with the executive team and reporting directly to the CEO.

Suppose you are a visionary HR leader with a passion for people, proven experience in talent management and organisational development, and the drive to create scalable systems that empower teams to thrive. In that case, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Strategy:

• Structure and lead the People & Culture department into a high-functioning unit
• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and people operations processes
• Support change management, staff engagement, and cultural transformation
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices

Talent Management:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and seamless exit processes
• Drive performance management processes and appraisal systems
• Collaborate on resolving performance issues and implementing PIPs

Learning & Development:

• Identify training needs and design company-wide L&D programs
• Partner with internal/external providers to deliver impactful training

Compensation & Benefits:

• Manage salary reviews, performance rewards, and employee incentives
• Develop competitive compensation structures and staffing budgets

Employee Engagement & Relations:

• Design engagement surveys and culture-building initiatives
• Provide expert guidance on grievances, misconduct, and employee welfare
• Champion initiatives that support employee well-being and retention

HR Operations & Admin:

• Manage HRIS and internal communications
• Oversee administration across multiple office locations
• Prepare periodic HR reports for executive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is an added advantage. 
•  Relevant HR certifications, such as CIPM, are highly desirable.  
• Minimum of 6–8 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 4 years in a leadership role. Experience working in mission-driven, non-profit, or NGO environments is a strong plus.  
• Demonstrated success in managing the full HR lifecycle and leading people-related strategy and operations.  
• Proven ability to lead culture transformation and change management initiatives. 
• Deep understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws and HR best practices.  
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.  
• Experience with performance management systems, PIPs, and talent development.  
• Proficiency with HRIS and digital tools for communication and data analysis.  
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and team-building skills.  
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.  
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.  
• High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity.  
• Agile, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity in a fast-paced, evolving environment.