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Head, HR Operations

Pan-Atlantic University · Lagos

Pan-Atlantic UniversityLagosPosted 2 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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Job Summary

The Head, HR Operations reports to the HR Director and leads the University’s HR operations, employee relations, compliance and administrative services, ensuring reliable and consistent support to academic and non-academic staff.

Job Description

The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Lead HR Operations staff and establish clear workflows, service standards and performance measures.

Oversee approved recruitment processes, employment documentation, joining formalities, probation, confirmations, renewals and exits.

Manage formal grievances, investigations and disciplinary procedures; escalate sensitive cases to the HR Director.

Oversee employee records, HRIS, leave, HMO, pensions, insurance and other approved benefits administration.

Validate authorised HR payroll inputs and coordinate with Finance while maintaining segregation of duties.

Ensure implementation of employment policies, regulatory compliance, data protection and HR audit actions.

Supervise HR reporting and workforce data quality; support the HR Director’s workforce planning decisions.

Oversee reception, transport, drivers, employee correspondence and administrative services assigned to HR.

Coordinate HR-related HSE matters with Facilities and Security, and support academic appointments with relevant University authorities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations or a related field; postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Professional HR qualification or membership (CIPM, CIPD or SHRM) preferred.

At least 10 years’ progressive HR experience, including 4 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Strong experience in HR operations, employee relations, and Nigerian employment compliance; higher education experience is an advantage.

Requirements/Competencies

Sound judgement, discretion, integrity and conflict-resolution skills.

Strong knowledge of HRIS, employee records, benefits administration and payroll controls

Effective leadership, stakeholder engagement, communication and process-improvement skills.

Ability to manage sensitive cases, analyse HR information and deliver timely services.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate

How to apply

CVs and cover letters should be sent to recruitment@pau.edu.ng with the job position as the subject of the email

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