HR Officer

Job Summary:

As the HR Officer, you will play a pivotal role in handling various HR functions, including payroll and manpower management, to support the organization's overall HR strategy. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of HR experience, showcasing a broad understanding of HR practices, employee relations, talent management, payroll administration, manpower planning, and organizational development.

Duties & Responsibilities:

HR Support and Partnership:

• Collaborate closely with business leaders to understand their goals and challenges, providing HR support and guidance to achieve business objectives.

• Act as a trusted advisor to management, offering solutions to enhance employee engagement, performance, and organizational effectiveness.

Talent Acquisition, Management, and Manpower Planning:

• Work with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and support recruitment efforts, including job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding processes.

• Conduct manpower planning exercises to ensure optimal utilization of human resources and alignment with business needs.

Payroll Administration:

• Oversee payroll processes, including timesheet management, payroll calculations, deductions, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.

• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate payroll processing and resolve any payroll-related issues promptly.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Address employee relations issues promptly and effectively, fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.

• Conduct investigations and provide guidance on disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance improvement plans.

Performance Management and Development:

• Support the performance management process by facilitating goal-setting, conducting performance reviews, and providing coaching to managers and employees.

• Identify training and development needs, coordinating training programs to enhance employee skills and performance.

Organizational Development and Change Management:

• Collaborate with leadership to assess organizational needs and implement initiatives that promote employee engagement, productivity, and growth.

• Support change management initiatives and contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

HR Policy Implementation and Compliance:

• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures, staying updated on employment laws and regulations.

• Provide guidance on policy interpretation, compliance, and best practices.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Utilize HR data and analytics to assess key metrics, trends, and insights for decision-making purposes.

• Prepare and analyze reports on HR-related activities, trends, and metrics for management review.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR roles with exposure to various HR functions, including payroll administration and manpower planning.

• Broad understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and industry trends.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport across all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to handle employee relations matters with confidentiality, sensitivity, and professionalism.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach to HR.

• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and proficiency in MS Office applications.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Membership in relevant HR professional associations is advantageous.

• Flexibility for occasional travel, as needed.

Qualified candidates should apply with this link OR send their email application (Cover Letter and CV as one document in PDF Format) to: careers@worknigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.