Senior HR Manager

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior HR Manager

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior HR Manager to lead the company's human resources function, strengthen workforce management, and align HR strategies with organisational objectives.
• The successful candidate will oversee HR operations, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and regulatory compliance while fostering a productive and engaging work environment.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and practical experience managing a diverse workforce, preferably within manufacturing, FMCG, agro-processing, or a related industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Advise management on workforce planning, organisational structure, succession planning, and employee-related matters.
• Review and improve HR policies, the employee handbook, and internal processes to support operational efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop the HR team to ensure effective service delivery across the organisation.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning for managerial, technical, administrative, and operational positions.
• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary procedures, workplace conflicts, and other employee relations matters.
• Maintain effective communication between management and employees, promoting a positive and professional work environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian labour laws, employment regulations, and statutory obligations.
• Oversee relevant statutory HR obligations, including pension contributions, PAYE, NSITF, ITF, and NHF, as applicable.
• Support the implementation of workplace health and safety policies in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Develop and oversee performance management systems, employee appraisals, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Identify training needs and implement learning and development programmes to improve employee competence and productivity.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and career development initiatives.
• Establish succession plans and talent development strategies for critical positions.
• Oversee compensation and benefits administration in collaboration with the Finance team.
• Ensure effective management of employee records, attendance, leave, payroll inputs, and other HR documentation.
• Monitor HR metrics, including employee turnover, absenteeism, workforce costs, and performance indicators, to support management decisions.
• Ensure the effective use of HR information systems and the maintenance of accurate and confidential employee records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification from CIPM, CIPD, or an equivalent recognised HR body is required.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or senior HR leadership role
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and HR operations.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, agro-processing, agriculture, or food production is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to lead an HR team and manage a diverse workforce comprising corporate and operational employees.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, statutory compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience handling disciplinary cases, employee grievances, workforce planning, and organisational development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems; advanced Excel skills are an advantage.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity, sound judgement, and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work on-site in Ibadan, Oyo State.

Salary
N700,000 - N1,000,000 per month (Open to negotiation).