Head of Human Resources

Lagos Full-time Undisclosed
Job Description
Our client, a CBN regulated finance company, is seeking to hire a Head of Human Resources

Job Summary:

The Head of HR will be responsible for developing and executing human resource strategies in support of the overall business direction, with a particular focus on talent acquisition, organizational development, performance management, culture building, and compliance. You will be a strategic partner to leadership and a champion of employee engagement in a high-growth, tech-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the overall business vision and mission and long-term goals.

• Act as a trusted advisor to executive management across all subsidiaries on people-related matters.

• Drive alignment of HR policies, procedures, and culture across the organization while ensuring flexibility where needed.

• Oversee all core HR functions, including talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, succession planning, and employee relations.

• Ensure efficient and compliant HR operations across all departments.

• Lead the standardization and optimization of HR processes across the organization.

• Shape and champion the company’s culture across all entities, ensuring strong engagement and a high-performance work environment.

• Establish frameworks for leadership development, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.

• Guide each business unit in building strong and effective HR teams.

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, statutory requirements, and internal controls across all jurisdictions where the group operates.

• Oversee audits, risk assessments, and HR-related investigations.

• Leverage HR data and metrics to provide insights to the executive management and support data-driven decision-making.

• Monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness of HR strategies and interventions across the group.

• Oversee disciplinary procedures, conflict resolution, and grievance handling in line with the company’s policy.

• Provide internal consulting support to new or growing business units, offering guidance on structure, staffing, and HR frameworks.

• Where applicable, collaborate with external HR consultants or advisory partners to support organizational development initiatives.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).

• Minimum of 11 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role—preferably in fintech or fast-paced financial services.

• Professional certification (ACIPM, SPHRI, SHRM).

• Experience working in startups or scaling organizations.

• Strong knowledge of employment law, employment relations, and industry trends.

• Demonstrated experience managing HR operations across multiple companies or business units.

• Strong background in HR strategy, organizational development, and operational excellence.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Tech-savvy with experience using HR tools and platforms (HRIS, ATS, LMS).
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Job Snapshot
  • Posted: Oct 15, 2026
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Lagos
  • Source: External