Human Resources Manager

About the role

An experienced, hands-on Human Resources Manager with a legal background is sought to oversee the company's HR function and provide effective HR support across the organisation. The role suits someone who can manage people, enforce company policies, resolve employee issues, drive performance and make sure HR practices support business objectives. The position is based in Wuye, Abuja.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, the full employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, transfers, promotions, discipline, exit), employee records and compliance with employment laws; develop and implement HR policies.
• Lead recruitment from manpower planning through sourcing, interviews and onboarding, build a talent pipeline and assess candidates on competence, experience, attitude and culture fit.
• Run performance management, set and monitor KPIs, conduct periodic reviews and address underperformance.
• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary matters fairly, advise management and promote a professional workplace culture.
• Manage payroll inputs, salary reviews, allowances, bonuses and benefits, and keep accurate compensation records.
• Identify training needs, coordinate training and development programmes and support career development and succession planning.
• Prepare HR reports on headcount, recruitment, turnover, attendance and performance, and give management practical HR insights.
• Promote engagement, monitor adherence to policies and organise welfare initiatives.
• Support a real estate business by understanding its people and operational needs (sales, CRM, marketing, project/construction, facility management, administration) and providing legal support where needed.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant HR experience, including significant experience in an HR management role.
• Experience in a real estate, construction, property, sales-driven or similar fast-paced organisation is an advantage.
• Professional HR certification such as CIPM, SHRM or HRCI is required.
• Strong knowledge of HR operations, employee relations, recruitment, performance management and employment practices.
• Practical knowledge of Nigerian labour and employment regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and conflict-resolution skills, discretion with sensitive matters, and strong organisational and administrative skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR management tools and systems.

What we offer

• Basic monthly salary of NGN 300,000 to NGN 350,000 (BOE).