• Application Deadline:
• Position: Industrial Relations & Compliance Specialist



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  
  

Role Purpose

• The Industrial Relations and Compliance Specialist is responsible for managing employee relations, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering effective relationships with union representatives at Ikeja Electric.


• Reporting to the People Operations Manager, this role oversees employee relations processes, including conflict resolution, compliance audits, and union interactions.


• In a unionized environment like Ikeja Electric, the Industrial Relations and Compliance Specialist plays a vital role in maintaining open communication with union officials through both formal and ad-hoc meetings, supporting a collaborative and compliant workplace that aligns with Ikeja Electric’s HR transformation goals.

Role Accountabilities

Union Relations and Engagement:

• Serve as the primary liaison with union representatives, facilitating open communication to address employee concerns, contractual obligations, and labor relations matters.


• Coordinate and participate in regular and ad-hoc meetings with union officials, providing updates on workplace policies, addressing union concerns, and fostering positive relations.


• Collaborate with union officials to resolve issues before they escalate, ensuring mutual understanding and alignment with Ikeja Electric’s policies and values.

Employee Relations Management:

• Manage employee relations cases, including grievances and disputes, in alignment with labor agreements and company policies.


• Work with managers and union representatives to address workplace conflicts, ensuring all cases are handled fairly, transparently, and within regulatory guidelines.


• Facilitate mediation and conflict resolution sessions as needed, promoting a collaborative and respectful workplace

Policy Compliance and Auditing:

• Conduct regular audits to assess compliance with company policies, labor agreements, and regulatory standards, ensuring a compliant and secure workplace.


• Develop strategies to enhance policy awareness and adherence, working with the People Operations Manager to update policies as needed to reflect changes in labor laws and union agreements.


• Act as a resource for employees, managers, and union representatives on compliance-related questions, ensuring understanding and alignment.

Disciplinary Process Support:

• Support disciplinary processes by gathering information, documenting proceedings, and providing recommendations to ensure fair and consistent outcomes.


• Ensure all disciplinary hearing, processes and consequence management actions align with Ikeja Electric’s code of conduct guidelines, labor laws, and preserves business interest while maintaining transparency and compliance.


• Collaborate with union officials during disciplinary actions involving union members, ensuring processes are fair and mutually understood.

Labor Relations and Compliance Training:

• Stay informed about labor laws, union agreements, and best practices for industrial relations, providing advice to the HR team and managers as needed.


• Deliver training sessions for managers on union relations, compliance requirements, and employee rights, ensuring a knowledgeable and compliant workforce.


• Liaise with regulatory agencies as necessary to address labor-related concerns, providing timely updates to union representatives and internal stakeholders.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Track data related to employee relations cases, union interactions, and compliance audits, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.


• Report regularly to the People Operations Manager on labor relations outcomes, providing insights and recommendations to enhance compliance and employee engagement.


• Use data insights to identify patterns in union concerns and proactively address potential issues.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.


• A relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in industrial/employee relations, compliance, or human resources, preferably within a unionized work environment.


• Proven track record in managing union relations, collective bargaining processes, and conflict resolution.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws, Trade Union Acts, and other relevant employment regulations.


• Experience conducting compliance audits and investigations.


• Excellent negotiation, mediation, and conflict management skills.


• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with union representatives and internal stakeholders.


• Strong communication, documentation, and report-writing skills.


• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to details

Competencies:

• Strategic industry management.


• Knowledge in Category management.


• Negotiation skills.


• Financial acumen.


• Analytical skills.


• Aptitude for technology.


• Results focused.


• Customer Centricity


• Risk Management


• Entrepreneurship


• Organisational Learning


• Change Management


• People Leadership.