Non-Executive Director - Human Resources

About the role

A client is seeking an accomplished Non-Executive Director - Human Resources to join its Board of Directors in Lagos, Nigeria. The Director provides independent oversight and strategic guidance on the people agenda, supporting long-term business growth, governance and sustainable value creation. The role sits on the Remuneration and Human Resources Committee and reports to the Chairman of the Board, working in a hybrid mode with physical and virtual board meetings.

Key responsibilities

• Provide independent oversight and strategic direction on human capital and organizational development, and review Board papers on people matters
• Oversee executive remuneration, recommending compensation structures, incentives, bonuses and long-term reward policies
• Oversee succession planning for Board members, executives and critical functions, and leadership development programmes
• Monitor talent acquisition, engagement, workforce planning and retention, and advise on organizational design and workforce metrics
• Support diversity, equity and inclusion, employee well-being and a high-performance culture
• Oversee people-related risks and ensure compliance with labour laws, corporate governance codes and employment regulations
• Attend Board and Committee meetings, strategic retreats and special assignments, and maintain confidentiality

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Law or a related discipline; a Master's degree is highly desirable
• Professional certification such as CIPM, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, HRCI, CIPD or equivalent is required
• Minimum of 20 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including executive leadership roles
• Previous Board or Board Committee experience is highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience leading HR transformation and organizational change in large or complex organizations
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour legislation, corporate governance and HR regulation

Applications are made by sending a CV by email to the recruiter, with "Non-Executive Director - Human Resources" as the subject; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.