People & Culture Manager

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Salary

NGN 800,000 monthly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Sector

Human Resources & Recruitment

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

July 1, 2026

About the Company

Our client is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering a positive and productive work environment. They are committed to developing their people and aligning HR strategies with overarching business goals.

The company operates within a dynamic sector and values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. They offer a supportive culture where employees are empowered to contribute to the company's success and professional growth.

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to spearhead their human resources strategy and cultivate a thriving, high-performance workplace culture.

This pivotal hybrid role, based in Lagos, involves driving key talent initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring people practices align with long-term business objectives, contributing significantly to organizational effectiveness and ROI.

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing people strategies, advising leadership, leading talent acquisition, managing performance, and overseeing employee relations. You will also ensure competitive compensation and benefits, maintain compliance with Nigerian labor laws, and enhance HR policies and systems.

The ideal candidate possesses 5-8 years of HR experience, a strong grasp of employee lifecycle management, and proficiency in HRIS. A Bachelor's degree and professional HR certifications are highly valued.

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

Required Skills

People Strategy DevelopmentEmployee EngagementOrganizational DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsCompensation and BenefitsNigerian Labour LawsHRIS ProficiencyMicrosoft Office Suite

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement people and culture strategies
  • Advise leadership on workforce planning and organizational development
  • Lead talent acquisition and onboarding processes
  • Drive employee engagement initiatives
  • Manage the performance management process
  • Coordinate learning and development programs
  • Oversee employee relations matters
  • Ensure competitive compensation and benefits
  • Maintain compliance with employment legislation
  • Review and enhance people policies and systems
  • Monitor key people metrics
  • Support change management initiatives
  • Oversee office administration and workplace operations

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, or Employee Experience roles
  • At least 2 years of experience leading people initiatives or managing an HR function
  • Strong understanding of employee lifecycle management and organizational development principles
  • Sound knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications
  • Professional certification such as CIPM, SHRM, HRCI, or equivalent is an advantage

Benefits & Perks

  • Opportunity to influence culture and shape employee experiences
  • Contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization

How to Apply

Apply via the provided link.

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This role is central to shaping the employee experience within Nigeria's dynamic business landscape, driving organizational growth through strategic people initiatives. You will champion a positive and high-performing workplace culture, influencing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development. Key technical skills include expertise in HRIS platforms, Nigerian labor laws, and data-driven decision-making. Your impact on ROI will be significant, through enhanced productivity, retention, and alignment of HR practices with business objectives.

Posted Date

June 17, 2026