Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a technically strong and well-rounded HR professional to join our team as a Senior HR Specialist. This role is suited for someone who combines solid HR operations experience with the ability to think in systems, work with data, and improve HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
You will play a key role in strengthening HR frameworks, supporting performance management, enhancing recruitment processes, and using data to drive better people decisions. The role requires a high level of ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
Who This Role Is For
This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys going beyond day-to-day execution, someone who can identify gaps, improve processes, and use data to make HR more effective and impactful.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Support and improve end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and hiring plans
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to improve efficiency and outcomes
Performance Management & Organizational Effectiveness
• Support the implementation of performance management processes, including goal setting, KPIs, and appraisals
• Track performance outcomes and identify trends across teams
• Contribute to improving role clarity, team structure, and overall productivity
HR Data & Analytics
• Maintain accurate HR data and generate regular reports (headcount, attrition, performance, hiring metrics)
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and actionable insights
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards using Excel or similar tools
Learning & Development
• Coordinate training initiatives and maintain accurate learning records
• Track training participation and effectiveness
• Identify capability gaps and support targeted development initiatives
Employee Relations & Engagement
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries on HR policies and processes
• Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and good judgment
• Support engagement and culture-building initiatives
HR Operations & Compliance
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure audit-ready documentation
• Support payroll inputs and benefits administration
• Ensure compliance with company policies and Nigerian labor laws
• Identify and implement improvements to HR processes and systems
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 6–8 years of progressive HR experience across multiple functions
• Strong understanding of performance management, HR operations, and employee relations
• Experience working with HR data, reporting, and Excel
• Good knowledge of Nigerian labor laws and HR compliance
• CIPM certification or membership is an advantage
Key Skills & Attributes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work independently and take ownership
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Structured, process-oriented, and improvement-focused mindset
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs and Applications to careers@mpiafrica.com using the job
title + Location
as email subject