Senior HR Officer Application

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Maryland, Lagos, Nigeria

Salary

NGN 250,000 - 300,000 monthly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Human Resources & Recruitment

Experience Level

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Application Deadline

May 25, 2026

About the Company

This organization operates within the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry, specializing in services such as debt recovery, telemarketing, and customer support. They focus on managing high-volume, high-turnover teams and are committed to ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards in their operational areas. The company emphasizes the importance of talent acquisition for roles requiring high resilience, emotional intelligence, and strong persuasion skills. They aim to build robust talent pipelines to meet the dynamic scaling needs of BPO operations. Strategic HR partnering is a core focus, aligning HR initiatives with operational goals and workforce planning to enhance team performance and employee engagement.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic HR Officer to join our team and support our thriving Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) operations.

In this crucial role, you will be instrumental in managing our talent pipeline and ensuring the overall health of our organization, particularly for our debt recovery, telemarketing, and customer support teams. Your focus will be on attracting resilient talent, optimizing performance metrics, and upholding rigorous regulatory standards.

This position offers a significant opportunity to impact business growth through strategic HR initiatives, contributing directly to operational success and organizational development.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

Talent AcquisitionHR Business PartneringPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsComplianceMicrosoft ExcelConflict ResolutionNegotiationBPO OperationsDebt Recovery PracticesData Privacy RegulationsNigerian Labour ActCustomer Interaction EthicsFinancial Integrity

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute end-to-end recruitment for high-turnover roles, including Debt Recovery Agents, Telemarketers, and Customer Support Specialists
  • Handle executive recruitment.
  • Utilize competency-based assessments to identify candidates with high emotional intelligence, persuasion skills, resilience and are the right culture fit.
  • Build a steady pipeline of "ready-to-hire" talent to meet fluctuating BPO scaling requirements.
  • Partner with team leads and business managers to align HR initiatives with operational goals, workforce planning, and team performance.
  • Provide guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution, performance management, and overall team effectiveness.
  • Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to support decision-making, improve employee engagement, and drive retention strategies.
  • Work closely with Team Leads to monitor HR-related KPIs such as attrition rates, absenteeism, and speed-to-competency.
  • Facilitate the performance appraisal process, linking HR initiatives to operational targets (e.g., recovery rates, CSAT scores, and call quality).
  • Manage the administration of performance-based incentive and bonus schemes.
  • Ensure all staff are trained on and adhere to company policy, ethical debt recovery practices and data privacy regulations.
  • Maintain comprehensive employee files and ensure compliance with the Nigerian Labour Act.
  • Manage disciplinary processes related to code of conduct, specifically regarding customer interactions and financial integrity.
  • Develop engagement strategies specifically designed for high-stress BPO environments to reduce burnout.
  • Act as a mediator for workplace conflicts and provide guidance on employee relations.
  • Conduct exit interviews to identify trends and implement corrective actions for retention.

Qualifications

  • 3–4 years in HR, with at least 1–2 years in a BPO or financial services environment (prior experience in debt recovery or telesales firms is a significant advantage).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • CIPM, SHRM, or PHRi certification is an added advantage.
  • Strong understanding of BPO operational dynamics (shift management, hourly tracking, and volume-based hiring).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data-driven HR reporting.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Exceptional conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.

How to Apply

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The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector in Lagos is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing demand for specialized services. This role is pivotal in managing the human capital that fuels this expansion, directly impacting operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Key technical keywords include high-volume recruitment, competency-based assessments, HR metrics analysis, and compliance with the Nigerian Labour Act. The HR Officer's strategic input will significantly influence business ROI by optimizing talent acquisition, reducing attrition, and ensuring a high-performing workforce, thereby scaling organizational effectiveness in a demanding industry.

Posted Date

May 11, 2026