HIRING – Human Resources Manager (Financial Technology Firm)

Location: Lagos (Mainland) Reporting Line: CEO Work Schedule: Onsite About Company: Our client is one of the fast-growing Financial Technology companies in Africa. Job Objective: Our client is seeking to hire a strategic Human Resources Manager who will handle all HR related matters in the organization. The ideal candidate will help build a great work culture and make the organization the best place to work in the payment sector in Africa. S/he will also be responsible for planning and executing the company’s policies by ensuring that necessary resources and conditions are suitable for meeting the company’s and employees' desired objectives. Key Responsibilities ▪ Responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of human resources policies and procedures. ▪ Responsible for designing and maintaining a competitive and merit-based compensation management system in support of the company’s vision and strategy. ▪ Provide HR administrative functions in the areas of recruitment, training and development, people and performance management. ▪ Supervise and monitor the Payroll and compensation administration. ▪ Investigate grievances, complaints, and legal actions and provide support in resolving disciplinary issues. ▪ Liaising with external providers for supplies for office administration. ▪ Responsible for compliance with all employee laws, such as health, life, and pension policies. ▪ Conduct an orientation program for new employees. ▪ Collaborate with employees to ensure that welfare services provided are in line with management and employee needs. ▪ Monitor and review the system of performance appraisal along with line managers and department heads. ▪ Develop and implement corporate HR strategy in line with short to medium-term aspirations of the firm. ▪ Manage the Company-wide staff training budget; recommend, implement, and report on the approved training programmes. ▪ Proactively develop, revise, and implement HR policies to improve company –wide efficiency. ▪ Develop and implement a best-fit career and succession planning framework and provide career counselling to members of staff. ▪ Proactively report on, and advise Management on all strategic HR issues. ▪ Drive the imbuing and harmonisation of the desired Company culture. ▪ Review, update, and maintain proper filing of insurance policy, HR handbook, performance appraisal form, and training schedules. ▪ Nurture a positive working environment. ▪ Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance. ▪ Administer benefits programs such as life insurance, health, pension plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance programs. Requirements Key Requirements ▪ First degree, preferably in Social Sciences or a Management-related discipline. ▪ 5+ years’ experience in Human Resources with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity. ▪ Master's/MBA will be an added advantage. ▪ Must have experience in building and delivering HR initiatives to scale up a company. ▪ Membership of HR bodies such as CIPMN, CIPD, and SHRM is necessary. ▪ Knowledge of ERP systems is a must. ▪ Demonstrated knowledge of local and global HR ‘landscape’ – laws, practices, changes. ▪ Must demonstrate a great understanding of the impact of culture on achieving organizational objectives and strategy. ▪ Good communication and organizational skills. ▪ Leadership and analytical skills. ▪ Must be highly resourceful and business-oriented. ▪ Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. Benefits Compensation – Base Pay is N850k Monthly net + other interesting benefits