Senior HR Manager

AscentechIbadan & Oyo Stateroam-ngpublished 10/21/2026
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Your tasks

  • 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.