Job Overview

We are looking for a seasoned and proactive Senior HR Officer to join our team in Lagos. This role is critical to strengthening our people management framework and supporting the company's mission in the private security industry.

As a core member of the HR department, you will be responsible for leading and enhancing various HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations and Engagement, Training and Development, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Payroll, Statutory Compliance, and HR Policy Implementation. You will also manage HR systems, including HRIS and Learning Management Systems (LMS), and leverage HR Analytics to support data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, strong operational capabilities, and a deep understanding of Nigerian labour laws. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness, engagement, and development of our workforce, helping to cultivate a disciplined, high-performing, and compliant organisational culture that reflects our core values of integrity, professionalism, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:


Lead end-to-end talent acquisition processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
Oversee employee relations and engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
Mediate conflicts and provide resolutions that align with company policies and labour laws.
Develop and implement training programs, leveraging Learning Management Systems (LMS) to track progress.
Administer performance management processes, including reviews, appraisals, and career development plans.
Guide HR policies, labour law compliance, and disciplinary procedures.
Oversee payroll processing and benefits administration to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and labour laws.
Develop, review, and implement HR policies in alignment with organisational goals and legal requirements.
Utilise HR Analytics and HRIS to generate insights, optimise systems, and maintain accurate employee records.
Conduct HR data analytics and reporting to support decision-making.
Manage and optimise HR software, ideally within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
Develop dashboards for HR metrics and reporting.


Requirements:


Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive HR experience in a corporate setting.
Strong expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, training, performance management, HR Analytics, payroll, statutory compliance, and benefits administration.
Proficiency in HRIS, LMS, and Microsoft Office 365.
In-depth knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
CIPM Certification is preferred.