Human Resources Manager - Microfinance Bank Lagos

Fort Hermon Limited - We are a dynamic engineering and construction company specializing in delivering high-quality infrastructure, building, and industrial projects. With a focus on innovation, safety, and technical excellence, we provide end-to-end solutions that meet global standards and exceed client expectations. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title:  Human Resources Manager - Microfinance Bank

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Manager with a strong background in banking and financial services to oversee the organisation's human resources operations. The ideal candidate must have hands-on HR experience within the banking or financial services industry, with the ability to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives, regulatory compliance, employee performance and organisational growth.

Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and strategies aligned with the organisation's business objectives. Oversee the full recruitment and selection process, ensuring timely hiring of competent banking and financial professionals. Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances and conflict resolution. Develop and implement performance management systems, KPIs and employee appraisal processes. Oversee payroll administration, compensation, benefits and salary reviews. Ensure compliance with labour laws, industry regulations and applicable financial services employment requirements. Drive employee engagement, retention, succession planning and talent development. Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programmes. Manage workforce planning, manpower budgeting and organisational restructuring. Maintain accurate employee records and ensure proper HR documentation and reporting. Advise Management on HR-related risks, organisational development and workforce management. Support the development of a strong performance-driven and compliance-conscious organisational culture.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations or a related discipline. MBA or Master's degree in HR or a related field is an added advantage. Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive HR experience, with mandatory hands-on experience in the banking or financial services industry. Strong knowledge of banking-sector HR operations, policies and employment practices. Professional certification from CIPM, SHRM or HRCI is an added advantage. Proven experience managing recruitment, employee relations, payroll, performance management and HR operations. Good understanding of Nigerian labour laws and relevant financial services regulatory requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and decision-making skills. Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Strategic HR Leadership Banking & Financial Services HR Management Employee Relations and Industrial Relations Performance Management Compensation and Benefits Administration Regulatory and Labour Law Compliance Talent Acquisition and Retention Organisational Development HR Reporting and Analytics

Candidates must have direct working experience in Human Resources within a bank, microfinance bank or financial services institution. Candidates with general HR experience outside the banking and financial services industry, without relevant sector experience, will not be considered.

N700,000 monthly. Application Closing Date

26th November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the  subject of the email.