Human Resources Manager Job at Tova HR Advisory

• A reputable professional services firm is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager with a strong background in HR strategy execution.
• This role is ideal for a dynamic professional who is passionate about driving organizational change, developing people strategies, and aligning HR with business growth objectives.
• You will play a pivotal role in shaping the HR function, working closely with leadership to move the HR team beyond day-to-day operations into a more strategic and advisory space.
• The successful candidate will work closely with the executive team to align HR initiatives with business goals, implement robust performance and succession planning systems, and build a strong talent pipeline for the organization’s continued growth.

• Collaborate with leadership to assess business goals and develop HR strategies that align with organizational priorities.
• Lead strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives.
• Identify critical roles and skills, assess talent readiness, and drive plans for bench strength and long-term capability development.

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment in partnership with hiring managers to attract and retain high-quality candidates.
• Develop and improve onboarding and integration programs to ensure new hires transition smoothly and become productive quickly.
• Partner with leaders to identify high-potential talent and implement career pathing strategies.

• Design and lead the performance management cycle, including KPIs, goal setting, feedback, reviews, and performance improvement plans.
• Coach managers to drive a culture of accountability, continuous feedback, and employee development.
• Curate learning and development initiatives to support skills growth and future leadership needs.

• Design and implement strategies to drive employee engagement, motivation, and long-term retention.
• Conduct stay interviews and exit analysis to identify drivers of turnover and areas for improvement.
• Build a positive employee experience, informed by engagement surveys and regular feedback loops.

• Work with leadership to maintain competitive, equitable, and performance-based compensation structures.
• Implement incentive programs that drive a high-performance culture.

• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations issues while ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices.
• Champion a culture of respect, collaboration, and inclusion.
• Manage internal investigations and employee grievances with discretion and professionalism.

• Support organizational change efforts through communication, planning, and execution.
• Ensure all HR policies and practices are updated, communicated, and aligned with labor laws and industry best practices.

• Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions and influence leadership.

• Employee retention rate
• Time-to-fill vacancies and quality of hires
• Performance improvement outcomes
• Internal promotion rate
• Engagement scores
• Succession coverage for critical roles
• Learning and development initiatives and ROI

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 in a strategic HR leadership or consulting role.
• Proven experience developing and executing HR strategies that drive business outcomes.
• Strong background in performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
• Familiarity with the Balanced Scorecard performance management framework is an added advantage.
• Deep understanding of Nigerian labor law and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• High proficiency in HRIS tools, analytics, and reporting.
• Ability to operate with discretion in a confidential transition environment.

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