About the Role
Proten International is a leading Human Capital Development firm with global reach, dedicated to helping businesses and organizations thrive through comprehensive consulting, training, and strategic solutions. We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-driven Group HR Manager to lead, optimize, and scale our human resources operations across multiple business units in Nigeria. In this pivotal leadership role, you will champion HR initiatives, align people strategies with overarching business objectives, and cultivate a high-performance culture that drives profitability and growth.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee comprehensive HR operations, recommending continuous improvements to HR structures, processes, and resource allocation.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, hiring top-tier talent for regional sales, finance, and commercial functions.
- Handle multi-site monthly payroll administration, employee records, contracts, and HR documentation.
- Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements, including timely remittance of PAYE, pension, NSITF, ITF, and HMO contributions, alongside adherence to Nigerian labour laws.
- Implement and manage robust performance management frameworks, appraisal cycles, and KPI tracking systems.
- Develop and facilitate targeted employee learning and development programs to enhance workforce competencies.
- Handle complex employee relations, grievances, disciplinary procedures, and structured exit processes.
- Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook as the organization evolves.
- Prepare insightful monthly HR reports focusing on headcount, attrition, talent acquisition, payroll, and performance metrics.
- Bachelor's degree or HND in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional HR experience, with at least 3 years in a dedicated leadership or management capacity.
- Proven track record of building, restructuring, or strengthening an HR function from the ground up.
- Strong expertise in Nigerian labour laws, statutory compliance, and multi-site payroll management.
- Industry experience within retail, e-commerce, distribution, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors.
- Demonstrated proficiency in modern HR management systems; familiarity with SeamlessHR is a distinct advantage.
- Active professional certification such as CIPM or CIPD is strongly preferred.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage (HMO).
- Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure within a leading human capital firm.
- A collaborative, dynamic, and forward-thinking work environment.