• Application Deadline:
• Position: People Partner, West Africa


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  

About the Role:

• Responsible for translating business objectives into a set of strategic people initiatives and actions, which fully align with our People Strategy and contribute to business growth, profitability and high levels of employee performance engagement.


• Also responsible for building a trusted adviser relationship with key stakeholders and developing a deep understanding of the business and its strategic objectives.


• In addition, providing functional leadership and expertise in People processes, programs and policies.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Contributing to the development and execution of the business strategy by helping business leaders to identify, prioritise, and build organisational capabilities, behaviours, structures, and processes for the future


• Conducting weekly meetings with respective business units.


• Consulting with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.


• Analysing trends and metrics in partnership with the People Team to develop solutions, programs, and policies.


• Managing and resolving complex employee relations issues.


• Maintaining in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.


• Partnering with the legal department as needed/required.


• Providing day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counselling, career development, disciplinary actions).


• Working closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.


• Providing HR policy guidance and interpretation.


• Providing guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.


• Identifying and developing the key competencies needed to support the business and ensure the appropriate training and development is available to meet the business needs.


• Driving data-informed decisions and support in calibrating and rewarding high performance.


• Partnering with the People Team to contribute towards our people strategy and projects, and to ensure a best-in-class experience.

What You Will Need For This Position

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or in a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.


• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organisational diagnosis, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.


• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Key Competencies:

• Ability to align HR strategies with business objectives, demonstrating a deep understanding of the organization's goals and contributing to the development and execution of people-related initiatives at a country level.


• Proven capability to collaborate effectively with leaders across various functions, fostering strong relationships and partnerships to drive a cohesive and integrated approach to people management.


• Adeptness in navigating and appreciating the cultural nuances within the country, demonstrating sensitivity to diverse perspectives and tailoring HR practices and programs to align with local customs and values.


• Strong knowledge of local employment laws and regulations, coupled with the ability to proactively manage HR compliance and mitigate risks, ensuring the organization operates within legal frameworks and ethical standards.