Head, Human Resources Lagos

Petit Debut - Our client, a multi competency engineering and infrastructure company, is  recruiting to fill the position below:  Job Title: Head, Human Resources

Location: Lagos Job Purpose

Reporting to the Managing Diretor, and managing the HR team, the role is responsible for planning, directing and co-ordinating HR strategy, activities, policies and programs for the entire Group, and also oversees the management of PPC’s premises and fleet.

Develops organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues Contribute information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking Direct & establish human resources objectives in line with organizational objectives Drives understanding of cultural norms, traditions, and working with diverse teams Guides management and employee actions by communicating and enforcing organization values Making informed business decisions based on data and statistics Collaborate with Executives and senior leadership to align HR policies with the company’s strategic goals

Talent Management

Talent acquisition, management and development support across all verticals Strategic Workforce Planning  Effectively structure benefits programs to attract and retain top talent Hire and onboard new employees and negotiate employment agreements

Annually reviews and makes recommendations to executive management for improvement of the organization's policies, procedures and practices on personnel matters. Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures organization's compliance. Communicates changes in the organization's personnel policies and procedures and ensures that proper compliance is followed. Plans and executes HR functions strategically such as performance management, employee experience, training & development Ensure effective and efficient HR & Admin service delivery

Assists executive management in the annual review, preparation and administration of the Job Description organization's payroll and benefits program. Ensure proper documentation in both electronic and hard copy format through a clear and concise reference system. Manage and implement compensation and benefits scheme

Works directly with department managers to assist them in creating L&D Plans Identifies top talent for succession planning Recommend, evaluate and participate in staff development for the organization. Direct the development and implementation of organizational development programs, employee orientation and training programs, Develop effective training programs Create and implement performance management systems Utilizing technology to enhance and measure the results of human resources programs

Ensures the security, cleanliness, porterage of all office premises Ensures the monitoring of contracts/contractors, - office equipment, furniture, materials etc Ensures the routine maintenance and refurbishment of office premises Ensures safe and proper usage of all company vehicles and monitors such.

Person Specification

Bachelor’s Degree Candidate must possess CIPM/CIPD/SHRM/HRCI/SPHR At least 10 years’ experience with minimum three years post qualification and in senior management. Excellent Interpersonal skills Ability to Multitask, and work without supervision and buildthe competencies of the HR Team Excellent written and oral communication skills High ethical standards, discretion, and emotional intelligence. Strategic vision paired with hands-on execution skills. Strong decision-making capacity under pressure and complex organization dynamics

22nd September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the  job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.