JOB TITLE:
Lead, Talent Management
LOCATION:
Victoria Island, Lagos
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT
Business Services
REPORTS TO:
CEO
DIRECT REPORTS:
JOB SUMMARY
Provides strategic and operational leadership across all HR functions to support the execution of EPC projects. Drives HR strategy, workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives aligned with business goals, ensuring compliance with labour regulations and fostering a strong performance culture, while guiding organizational development efforts. Serves as a key advisor to leadership, manages HR processes across multiple project sites, and leads a team to deliver consistent, high-impact HR support.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
HR Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness
- Serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, contributing to the development and execution of business-aligned HR strategies that drive performance across complex EPC projects.
- Champions continuous improvement by reviewing and aligning HR systems, policies, and processes with evolving business needs and regulatory requirements.
- Anticipates workforce trends and provides data-driven insights on talent, capability, and culture to support long-term business planning and sustainability.
- Drives organizational change initiatives, including restructuring, workforce planning, and leadership development, to enhance project delivery capacity and operational resilience.
- Oversees HR budget planning and resource allocation in alignment with business goals and project timelines.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Leads enterprise-wide workforce planning by partnering with department heads and project managers to anticipate human capital needs across the different functions.
- Oversees the full-cycle recruitment process for technical and non-technical roles, ensuring the right balance of in-house and agency support based on project scale and urgency.
- Ensures effective onboarding and early engagement of new hires, especially for project-critical roles, to minimize ramp-up time and accelerate performance.
- Approves and implements recruitment policies and documentation frameworks to meet compliance, audit, and reporting standards.
Learning, Capability & Leadership Development
- Directs the development of technical and non-technical training frameworks tailored to project delivery, EHSQ compliance, leadership pipeline, and functional excellence.
- Partners with department leads to identify skills gaps and build annual training plans that enhance execution capability and support employee career goals.
- Manages vendor relationships with training institutions, certification bodies, and industry experts to deliver high-impact learning solutions.
- Promotes a learning culture that supports project execution excellence, safety leadership, and regulatory compliance.
Career Development & Succession Planning
- Leads the career development strategy by integrating individual aspirations with business needs and succession requirements across core departments.
- Identifies and develops high-potential talent for critical roles, working closely with project leaders to strengthen bench strength and promote continuity.
- Uses data from performance and development conversations to create targeted learning journeys and career mobility opportunities.
Compensation, Benefits & Regulatory Compliance
- Oversees the design and execution of compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate talent while remaining cost-effective and compliant.
- Benchmarks compensation packages against industry peers and makes recommendations to leadership on compensation strategy and total rewards.
- Ensures full compliance with Nigerian Labour Laws, tax obligations, and employment-related statutory provisions.
- Aligns benefit offerings with workforce demographics and project-specific needs, including site-based incentives and allowances.
Performance & Culture Management
- Leads the execution of a robust performance management cycle, aligning individual goals with project outcomes and corporate objectives.
- Facilitates calibration sessions with senior leaders and project heads to ensure fairness, accuracy, and developmental follow-through.
- Drives the use of performance insights to inform promotions, learning interventions, and succession plans.
- Champions a high-performance, safety-conscious culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Employee Engagement & Relations
- Acts as the primary liaison between management and employees, ensuring open lines of communication, proactive issue resolution, and healthy industrial relations.
- Leads the development and periodic review of employee handbooks, grievance procedures, and disciplinary frameworks.
- Collaborates with EHSQ, operations, and project management to foster employee well-being, site engagement, and a safety-first mindset.
- Designs and delivers engagement initiatives tailored to remote and site-based teams, ensuring consistent employee experience across locations.
Team Leadership & People Development
- Leads, mentors, and develops the HR team to ensure excellence in service delivery, compliance, and strategic partnership.
- Establishes clear goals and KPIs for HR team members, regularly reviewing progress and supporting professional development.
- Makes data-informed recommendations on promotions, recognition, and team structure to optimize performance and alignment with business goals.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from any reputable institution.
- An MBA degree is an added advantage.
- CIPM certification is required.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHRi certification is required.
- Project Management Certification is an added advantage.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 10-15 years post-NYSC work experience in talent management, with experience in the EPC or oil and gas industry.5 years of experience in an HR leadership role.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient in HR strategy & organizational design.
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour laws & regulatory compliance.
- Proficient in talent acquisition & workforce planning.
- Strong knowledge and use of performance management systems.
- Expertise in compensation & benefits.
- Proficient in learning & development practices.
- Skilled in employee relations & engagement.
- Experience in project-based HR operations.
- Skilled in change management & communication.
- Proficiency in HR technology & data analytics.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Leading and Supervising
- Deciding and Initiating Action
- Relating and Networking
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts
- Planning and Organizing
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
- Adapting and Responding to Change
- Applying Expertise and Technology
- Persuading and Influencing
- Adhering to Principles and Values
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lagos: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working in an EPC-IC company
- 10-15 years post-NYSC work experience in talent management, with experience in the EPC or oil and gas industry.
- 5 years of experience in an HR leadership role.
Experience:
- Human Resources : 10 years (Preferred)