Key Responsibilities
Human Capital Strategy & Leadership
Develop and implement a people strategy aligned with the firm's business objectives
Advise executive management and the Board on HR-related matters
Drive organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and culture transformation
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Lead recruitment strategies to attract top talent in:
Investment management
Risk, compliance, and finance
Technology and operations
Build a strong employer brand within Nigeria's financial services sector
Manage succession planning for critical roles
Learning & Development
Design leadership development and continuous learning programs
Promote professional certifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA, CIPM)
Build technical and soft skills capabilities across teams
Performance Management
Develop and oversee performance management frameworks
Align individual KPIs with organizational goals (e.g., AUM growth, revenue targets)
Implement reward systems linked to performance outcomes
Compensation & Benefits
Design competitive compensation structures aligned with Nigerian market benchmarks
Ensure compliance with pension regulations under National Pension Commission
Manage payroll, bonuses, and incentive schemes
Employee Relations & Industrial Relations
Manage employee relations and conflict resolution
Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws and regulations
Represent the organization in employment-related matters, including disputes handled by National Industrial Court of Nigeria
HR Governance, Risk & Compliance
Ensure HR policies comply with:
Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria guidelines
Nigerian labor laws and employment standards
Nigeria Data Protection Act (employee data protection)
Oversee HR audits, documentation, and reporting
Culture, Engagement & Diversity
Promote a high-performance, ethical, and inclusive workplace culture
Drive employee engagement initiatives
Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
HR Technology & Digital Transformation
Implement and manage HR Information Systems (HRIS)
Leverage data analytics for workforce insights and decision-making
Drive automation of HR processes
Leadership & Team Management
Lead the HR team across recruitment, training, compensation, and operations
Manage HR budgets and resource allocation
Build a strong HR business partnering model
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Employee retention and turnover rates
Time-to-hire and quality of hire
Employee engagement scores
Performance management effectiveness
Compliance with labor and regulatory requirements
Training and development impact metrics
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
MBA or Master's degree in HR or Business - preferred
Professional Certifications (Highly Desirable)
CIPM (Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria)
SHRM-SCP / SHRM-CP
HRCI (SPHR/PHR)
Relevant leadership or executive education programs
Experience
15-20+ years of progressive HR experience
Minimum of 10 years in senior leadership roles
Experience in financial services (asset management, banking, or fintech) is highly preferred
Strong understanding of Nigerian labor laws and HR practices
Technical Competencies
Deep knowledge of:
Talent management and workforce planning
Compensation and benefits structures in Nigeria
HR analytics and reporting
Understanding of:
Regulatory expectations from Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria
Pension compliance via National Pension Commission
Employee data protection under Nigeria Data Protection Act
Core Skills
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Leadership and change management
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Conflict resolution and negotiation
High emotional intelligence
Personal Attributes
Integrity and confidentiality
Results-driven mindset
Adaptability and resilience
Strong ethical orientation