Senior HR Manager - Oyo

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Advise management on workforce planning, organisational structure, succession planning, and employee-related matters.
• Review and improve HR policies, the employee handbook, and internal processes to support operational efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop the HR team to ensure effective service delivery across the organisation.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning for managerial, technical, administrative, and production-level positions.
• Develop workforce management strategies to support factory operations, production schedules, and business growth.
• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary procedures, workplace conflicts, and other employee relations matters.
• Maintain effective communication between management and employees, promoting a positive and professional work environment.
• Manage industrial relations and address workforce issues involving factory employees, supervisors, and other operational personnel.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian labour laws, employment regulations, and statutory obligations.
• Oversee relevant statutory HR obligations, including pension contributions, PAYE, NSITF, ITF, and NHF, as applicable.
• Oversee compensation and benefits administration in collaboration with the Finance team.
• Ensure effective management of employee records, attendance, shift schedules, leave, payroll inputs, and other HR documentation.
• Monitor HR metrics, including employee turnover, absenteeism, workforce costs, and performance indicators, to support management decisions.
• Ensure the effective use of HR information systems and the maintenance of accurate and confidential employee records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification from CIPM, CIPD, or an equivalent recognised HR body is required.
• 9 - 12 years of progressive HR experience, including at least five years in a managerial or senior HR leadership role.
• Proven HR management experience in animal feed manufacturing, agro-processing, edible oil production, food manufacturing, or a closely related agro-allied industry is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing HR operations within a factory, production plant, or other production-driven environment.
• Demonstrable experience across multiple HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compensation, and HR operations.
• Proven ability to lead an HR team and manage a diverse workforce comprising management, administrative, technical, and production employees.
• Practical experience handling industrial relations, disciplinary cases, employee grievances, and workforce planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, statutory compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting workforce productivity, organisational development, employee engagement, and talent retention.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems; advanced Excel skills are an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in Ibadan, Oyo State.
• Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to cv@ascentech.com.ng using (SENIOR HR MANAGER – IBADAN) as the subject of the email.