HR Manager
Location: Enugu
Job Type: Fully onsite (Monday – Friday)
Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Job Summary
We are seeking to engage an experienced and strategic Human Resource Manager to lead its HR function. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in industrial relations, Nigerian Labour Law, compensation and benefits administration, and HR operations within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
This role requires a hands-on leader capable of driving workforce efficiency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a productive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Leadership:
Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives
Lead and manage the HR department to ensure operational excellence
Drive HR transformation initiatives and process improvements
Advise management on HR best practices and risk mitigation
Industrial & Labour Relations:
Manage relationships with trade unions and employee representatives
Ensure compliance with Nigerian Labour Law and statutory regulations
Lead negotiations, disciplinary processes, and grievance management
Handle workforce disputes and conflict resolution effectively
Recruitment & Workforce Planning:
Oversee end-to-end recruitment for plant and administrative roles
Implement succession planning and talent management frameworks
Ensure timely staffing to meet production demands
Compensation & Benefits Administration:
Oversee payroll administration and ensure accuracy
Manage compensation structures aligned with industry standards
Administer employee benefits and ensure statutory compliance
Conduct salary benchmarking and compensation reviews
Performance Management:
Implement and monitor performance appraisal systems
Ensure KPIs are aligned with organizational objectives
Provide guidance to managers on performance improvement plans
Employee Engagement & Culture:
Promote a productive and compliant workplace culture
Drive employee engagement initiatives
Oversee disciplinary processes and policy enforcement
HR Operations & Compliance:
Maintain accurate employee records
Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Prepare HR reports to support management decision-making.
Qualifications & Experience
B.Sc. in Industrial & Labour Relations, Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, or any related Management discipline
M.Sc. or MBA is an added advantage
Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience
At least 5 years in a managerial capacity
Prior experience as an HR Manager in a manufacturing plant or FMCG company is mandatory
Strong working knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law, trade union engagement, compensation and benefits administration, and HR transformation
Professional certification (CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an added advantage
Skills & Competencies:
Strong leadership and decision-making skills
High level of integrity and confidentiality
Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Strategic thinker with hands-on operational capability
Ability to thrive in a structured manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Training and professional development opportunities
Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG company
Supportive team culture and enabling environment.
Application Closing Date
15th March, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruit@elizabethmaddeux.com using “HR Manager @ Enugu" as the subject of the mail.
Note
Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Candidates must reside in Enugu or be willing to relocate at their own expense.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for gender balance.