About the Role
The People Practice helps startups and educational institutions scale by providing bespoke people-centred solutions. On behalf of our client, a prestigious top-tier co-educational secondary school in Nigeria, we are seeking a strategic and experienced Human Resources Manager. Reporting directly to the CEO and Executive Directors, you will lead the HR function, driving operational excellence across recruitment, talent development, employee relations, and compensation management within the education sector.
Key Responsibilities- Standardize HR activities, ensure transparent recruitment testing processes, and meet organizational hiring targets aligned with corporate standards.
- Oversee performance management systems, communicate processes effectively, and assist supervisors with appraisal preparation.
- Conduct training needs analyses and collaborate with top management to identify and fast-track high-potential staff for retention and growth.
- Drive annual compensation reviews, conduct job pricing, perform market analyses, and recommend competitive salary adjustments.
- Direct HR operations to deliver cost-effective and timely services while ensuring consistent policy implementation and alignment with company core values.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Behavioural Science, or Social Science; a postgraduate HR qualification is preferred.
- 10 to 15 years of general human resources experience, specifically within the educational or hospitality industry.
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian labour and employment laws, alongside global HR standards in compensation, benefits, and organizational development.
- Demonstrated leadership in recruitment, KPI tracking, and bridging organizational HR gaps.
- Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional impact and leadership within a top-tier educational institution.
- A collaborative, dynamic, and supportive work environment.