People & Culture Specialist (Compensation & Benefit Focus) at Lily Hospitals Limited

Overview

• We are seeking a People & Culture Specialist with strong expertise in Compensation and Benefits to join our People Operations team.
• At Lily Hospitals, we see People & Culture not as a back-office function, but as a strategic pillar in building a performance-driven, values-aligned workforce.
• This role is for someone who doesn’t just process payroll—they own it.
• Someone with mastery of payroll systems, statutory compliance, and workforce cost optimization.
• Someone who understands that how we pay, reward, and retain people is a reflection of our values and strategy.
• This is not a role where you'll be micromanaged—you'll be trusted to lead, deliver, and continually improve.

Core Responsibilities
Payroll & Remuneration:

• Independently manage end-to-end payroll processing with 100% accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions (PAYE, NHF, NSITF, Pension, etc.) and timely remittances.
• Collaborate with Finance for reconciliations, budget planning, and audit support.

Compensation Structure & Review:

• Maintain and refine compensation structures across cadres in line with market trends and internal equity.
• Support job evaluation and salary benchmarking exercises to ensure competitiveness and fairness.
• Develop pay parity and reward policies that reflect performance and retention goals.

Benefits & Staff Welfare:

• Administer health insurance, leave policies, Lily Years Allowance, and other employee benefits.
• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness and competitiveness of current benefit offerings.
• Handle employee enquiries regarding compensation, deductions, and benefits.

HRIS & Data Management:

• Manage staff data and compensation history via the HRIS platform with diligence and consistency.
• Generate payroll-related reports and analytics to support decision-making.
• Ensure system controls and employee records are always audit-ready.

Employee Communication & Culture:

• Clearly communicate compensation and benefit structures to employees.
• Contribute to a culture of transparency, excellence, and fairness through policies and communication.

Ideal Profile
Education & Certifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Membership of CIPM or equivalent professional body is a strong advantage.
• Certifications in payroll or comp & ben (e.g., SHRM-CP, CBP) are a plus.

Experience & Expertise:

• Minimum of 4 - 6 years progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in payroll, compensation/benefits management.
• Strong proficiency in payroll systems and Excel.
• Solid understanding of Nigerian labour law, tax codes, and compensation legislation.
• Ability to work independently with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Structured Pay System
• Professional Development
• Transit Accommodation Support (If needed)
• Career Advancement Path
• Health Insurance & Pension Scheme
• Access to a Culture-Driven, Performance-Oriented Team
• Opportunity for growth and mentorship.