Human Resource Generalist at the People Practice Full Time

Job Title: Human Resource Generalist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is looking to hire a Human Resource Generalist who will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including recruitment, training, performance, culture, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain
• compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 7+ years of experience in human resource management experience.
• CIPM, SPHRi, SHRM or other similar certifications is required
• Thorough knowledge of labour-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Talent management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Application Closing Date
1st March, 2023.