Human Resources Manager - Microfinance Bank

About this role

The role is for a Human Resources Manager at a microfinance bank in Lagos. It involves developing and managing HR policies, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, and administrative tasks to ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and regulatory requirements. The position requires aligning workforce strategies with the bank’s business objectives and risk framework, working with management and department heads. The employer is Fort Hermon Limited, described as a dynamic engineering and construction company, but recruiting for a microfinance bank as part of its operations. The job is full-time and targets candidates with extensive HR experience.

What you would do

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies and manage the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Coordinate manpower planning with department heads and maintain recruiting records.
• Manage onboarding, probation, confirmation, and employee databases.
• Promote professional workplace culture and handle grievances, disciplinary matters, and welfare issues.
• Advise management on disciplinary procedures and ensure policy compliance across branches.
• Develop and implement performance management systems and monitor targets.
• Coordinate payroll, salary records, deductions, and liaise with Finance for timely payments.
• Administer benefits, compliance with statutory payroll obligations, and maintain payroll controls.
• Identify training needs and coordinate annual training plans and programmes.
• Prepare HR reports, maintain HR documentation, and support audits and regulatory compliance.

What they are asking for

• Proven experience in human resources management, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in recruitment, performance management, payroll, and training.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and manage HR compliance.
• Strong communication, organisational, and ethical standards.

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