Human Resources (HR) Officer

Human Resources (HR) Officer

Location: Utako Phase 2, Abuja, Nigeria

Industry: Human Resources / Consulting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Mode: On-Site

Experience: Minimum of 3 Years

Salary: ₦150,000 – ₦200,000 Net Monthly

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced Human Resources Officer to oversee the day-to-day HR operations of our organization. The ideal candidate will possess sound knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, HR best practices, and statutory compliance, with proven experience managing end-to-end human resource functions.

This role is responsible for supporting talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, HR administration, learning and development, policy implementation, and compliance while ensuring a positive employee experience and alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from workforce planning to onboarding.

• Prepare and publish job advertisements across relevant recruitment platforms.

• Source, screen, shortlist, and coordinate interviews for prospective candidates.

• Conduct reference and background checks where required.

• Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and onboarding documentation.

• Facilitate employee induction and orientation programmes.

• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline for future hiring needs.

HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and HR databases.

• Prepare HR correspondence including confirmation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary, and exit letters.

• Monitor probation periods and coordinate confirmation processes.

• Maintain organizational charts and employee directories.

• Ensure proper documentation and record management in compliance with data protection regulations.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee HR-related matters.

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace culture.

• Support disciplinary, grievance, and conflict resolution processes.

• Coordinate employee engagement and welfare initiatives.

• Conduct exit interviews and analyze employee turnover trends.

Performance Management

• Coordinate performance appraisal processes across the organization.

• Monitor employee KPIs and probation reviews.

• Support managers in implementing performance improvement plans.

• Prepare performance reports and recommend development initiatives.

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs across departments.

• Coordinate internal and external training programmes.

• Maintain employee training records and evaluate training effectiveness.

• Support leadership development and continuous learning initiatives.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Prepare payroll inputs for salary processing.

• Administer employee leave, attendance, and overtime records.

• Coordinate employee benefits administration.

• Liaise with Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing and statutory deductions.

Compliance & HR Policies

• Ensure compliance with the Nigerian Labour Act and all relevant employment legislation.

• Support the implementation and review of HR policies and procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee information.

• Ensure compliance with statutory employment, health, and safety requirements.

• Support internal audits and workplace investigations where required.

HR Reporting

• Prepare monthly HR reports and workforce analytics.

• Monitor recruitment, retention, and employee turnover metrics.

• Generate reports to support strategic decision-making.

• Recommend improvements to HR processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant HR experience.

• Professional certification such as CIPM, SHRM, HRCI, PHRi, or CIPD is an added advantage.

• Sound understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws and statutory employment regulations.

• Experience managing end-to-end HR operations.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Human Resource Management principles.

• Excellent understanding of Nigerian Labour Laws and employment regulations.

• Recruitment and talent acquisition.

• Employee relations and conflict resolution.

• Performance management.

• HR policy implementation and compliance.

• Payroll administration support.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

• Analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with HRIS or payroll software is an added advantage.

Knowledge Requirements

The successful candidate should demonstrate knowledge of

• Nigerian Labour Act

• Pension Reform Act

• Employee Compensation Act

• National Minimum Wage Act

• Industrial Relations practices

• HR compliance and statutory reporting

• Recruitment and onboarding best practices

• Performance management systems

• Employee engagement and retention strategies

• HR documentation and records management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time-to-fill vacancies

• Employee retention rate

• Performance appraisal completion rate

• HR policy compliance

• Recruitment quality and onboarding effectiveness

• Employee engagement and satisfaction

• Accuracy of HR records and documentation

• Timeliness of payroll inputs and HR reports

• Compliance with statutory and labour regulations

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to:

hiring@mysigma.io

Subject: HR Officer – Abuja

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.