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Group HR Manager

Proten · Lagos

ProtenLagosPosted 6 November 2026

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Where
Lagos, Nigeria
How to apply
Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
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Description

An experienced HR Manager is required to lead and strengthen HR operations across multiple business units.

The role will oversee recruitment, payroll, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, and statutory compliance while ensuring effective HR policies and processes.

Responsibilities

Oversee HR operations and recommend improvements to HR structure, processes, and resource allocation.

Manage monthly payroll, employee records, contracts, and HR documentation across multiple business units.

Ensure timely remittance of PAYE, pension, NSITF, ITF, and HMO contributions, in line with statutory requirements.

Lead end-to-end recruitment, including hiring for regional sales, finance, and commercial positions.

Coordinate onboarding, probation reviews, and employee confirmation processes.

Implement performance management frameworks, appraisal cycles, and KPI tracking.

Develop training plans and facilitate management and employee development programmes.

Manage employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and exit processes.

Review and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.

Prepare monthly HR reports covering headcount, attrition, recruitment, payroll, compliance, and performance.

Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and applicable employment regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or HND in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field.

Minimum of 7 years' HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.

Proven experience building, restructuring, or strengthening an HR function.

Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, statutory compliance, and multi-site payroll management.

Experience in retail, e-commerce, distribution, manufacturing, FMCG, or related industries.

Proficiency in HR management systems; SeamlessHR experience is an advantage.

CIPM and/or CIPD certification is an added advantage.

Candidate Profile:

Strong leadership, people-management, and relationship-building skills.

Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently.

Commercially aware with the ability to align HR strategies with business objectives.

Experience managing multiple business units and transitioning outsourced HR functions in-house is an advantage.

Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate

How to apply

Send Applications to: recruitment@protenintl.com

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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