About this role
The role is for an HR Assistant based in Lagos, supporting GUO Transport Services and GUO Logistics across staff in drivers, operations, and administration. It involves administrative and operational tasks within the HR department, including onboarding, records management, payroll support, staff welfare, training, and compliance with Nigerian labour laws. The position targets graduates or diploma holders with early HR or administrative work experience, preferably in transport or logistics. The employer is GUO Transport Services Company Limited, a division of G. U. Okeke & Sons Ltd, a major intercity and interstate transport provider in Nigeria and West Africa.
What you would do
- Post job openings and shortlist candidates; schedule interviews
- Coordinate onboarding and ensure completion of required documents
- Prepare employment letters and onboarding materials
- Maintain accurate employee records and staff database
- Support payroll with attendance, leave, overtime, and allowances data
- Administer employee benefits such as HMO, pension, and insurance
- Serve as first point of contact for HR inquiries and issues
- Assist with staff complaints, disciplinary processes, and escalation
- Coordinate staff welfare, engagement activities, and training programs
- Assist in HR reporting, meetings, and general HR administration
What they are asking for
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
- 1–2 years’ experience in HR or administrative role (transport/logistics experience an advantage)
- Basic knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
- High confidentiality and attention to detail
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and resolve problems
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