Human Resources Lead Abuja 

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Proten International is actively recruiting for a Human Resources Lead position in Abuja . This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Human / Resources sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 5 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Human / Resources • Location Preference: in Abuja 

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA HR roles such as Human Resources Lead are fundamental to building strong organizational cultures in Nigeria's competitive business environment. This position enables you to shape talent strategies and employee development.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Human / Resources offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Human Resources Lead position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Human / Resources field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Human / Resources sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Proten International - Our client is  recruiting to fill the position below:   Job Title: Human Resources Lead

Location: Abuja (FCT) 

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Lead to provide strategic and operational leadership across workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, HR compliance, culture, HR systems, and total rewards. The role will partner with senior leadership to support organisational growth, strengthen people processes, manage HR risks, and build a high-performing workforce across ACE Group and its affiliated entities.

Develop and implement HR, workforce, and talent strategies aligned with organisational growth. Advise senior leadership on organisational structure, workforce planning, succession, headcount, and people-related risks. Lead recruitment strategy, talent pipelines,  job description standards, screening, and interview processes. Manage the performance management, talent review, succession, and employee development frameworks. Oversee complex employee relations, disciplinary, grievance, and Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) processes. Drive employee engagement, organisational culture, and change management initiatives. Develop and maintain HR policies, contracts, documentation, and compliance processes in line with Nigerian labour laws. Lead HR systems, workforce analytics, and reporting, providing insights to support management decisions. Support compensation, benefits, and total rewards strategy. Ensure HR processes and records remain compliant, consistent, and audit-ready.

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field. 5+ years' HR experience, including at least 2 years in a strategic or leadership capacity. Proven experience in workforce planning, organisational design, talent management, and HR strategy. Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour law, HR compliance, employee relations, and HR risk management. Experience developing HR policies and performance management frameworks. Strong judgement, communication, conflict-resolution, and stakeholder management skills. Experience with HRIS, HR analytics, and workforce reporting. CIPM, CIPD, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent certification is strongly preferred. Postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Experience in NGOs, consulting, donor-funded, multinational, or multi-entity organisations. Experience managing HR during organisational growth or scale-up. Experience with compensation and total rewards frameworks and HRIS implementation.

21st September, 2026. How to Appyly

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Human Resources Lead'' as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates would be contacted.