• Application Deadline:
• Position: Group Human Resources Director



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 15 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Group HR Director serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a high-impact people strategy that supports the long-term vision of the group. 


• This role provides strategic direction and oversight for all human capital initiatives across multiple subsidiaries and business entities, fostering a culture of performance, innovation, and accountability.


• The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking HR leader who brings both global perspective and local execution, capable of aligning people's capabilities with the group’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

People Strategy & Organizational Design

• Define and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the group’s overall business objectives and growth agenda.


• Lead group-level organizational design, workforce planning, and talent architecture across diverse industries or subsidiaries.


• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior executives on organizational effectiveness, leadership succession, and people risk.

Culture, Change & Leadership:

• Drive cultural transformation initiatives across the group to support high performance, accountability, and agility.


• Build strong leadership pipelines through strategic talent development, succession planning, and executive coaching.


• Lead change management strategies during key organizational transitions such as expansions, or restructuring.

Governance, Compliance & Risk:

• Develop and standardise HR governance frameworks, policies, and processes across all subsidiaries, ensuring local compliance and global best practices.


• Monitor and mitigate people-related risks, including regulatory risks, reputational risks, and workforce disruptions.


• Ensure ethical standards, employee relations practices, and grievance mechanisms are in place and aligned with corporate governance.

Talent Acquisition, Capability Building & Retention:

• Establish an employer brand strategy that positions the group as a top employer across sectors.


• Oversee senior-level recruitment and strategic talent acquisition programs across the group.


• Build capability frameworks that support digital transformation, innovation, and cross-functional agility.

Compensation, Reward & Performance Strategy:

• Design and implement executive compensation, benefits, and long-term incentive programs tied to business performance.


• Promote a performance-driven culture through robust KPIs, and reward mechanisms that align with business outcomes.


• Benchmark reward strategies to maintain competitiveness in local and international markets.

HR Technology & Analytics:

• Lead the group’s digital HR transformation through implementation of integrated HR systems (HCM platforms, data dashboards, etc.).


• Use people analytics to deliver insights and drive strategic decisions around workforce trends, engagement, and productivity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred.


• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including 5+ years in a Group or Corporate HR role.


• Demonstrated success in driving business-aligned HR strategy in complex, matrix or multi-industry environments.


• Experience working with executives teams and boards of directors.


• Professional certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary


• 13th Month Allowance


• Leave Allowance


• Monthly Performance Bonus


• Retirement Savings


• Robust Medical Coverage


• Staff Transportation


• Group Life Insurance


• Paid Time Off


• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment