Assistant Head, Human Resources & Administration

About this role

Proten is seeking an experienced HR professional to oversee human resources operations across its locations. The role covers HR operations, performance management, payroll controls, employee relations and compliance, with a focus on delivering efficient HR services. The position involves supervising HR teams, improving processes, and consolidating HR metrics for management reporting. The employer provides services in training, coaching and consulting to organisations across Europe and Africa, with offices in London and Lagos. The job is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

What you would do

• Oversee HR operations, talent acquisition, learning and development, and site HR administration.
• Manage employee relations, grievances, disciplinary matters, and performance improvement plans.
• Monitor performance appraisal cycles and ensure timely completion.
• Review payroll inputs, compensation changes, and payroll accuracy.
• Ensure HR compliance with labour laws, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Consolidate HR metrics and prepare reports for management.
• Supervise HR teams, improve processes, and ensure effective service delivery.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7 - 9 years of broad HR generalist experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or team-lead role.
• Strong experience in HR operations, performance management, payroll controls, employee relations, and compliance.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian labour laws, HR analytics, and performance appraisal frameworks.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• CIPM, SHRM-CP, or PHRi certification is an added advantage.

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