Head, People & Culture at Recruitmentbod Africa
Recruitmentbod Africa is a results-driven recruitment company dedicated to connecting businesses with top-tier talent across key industries. By combining market insight, a strong candidate network, and a tailored approach, we help organizations hire efficiently and scale with confidence. Our services cover end-to-end recruitment, from talent sourcing and screening to placement, ensuring the right fit for both employers and candidates.Role Overview
Our client in the Real Estate Sector is seeking Head, People & Culture. The ideal candidate will lead the organization's human capital strategy, drive organizational culture, manage talent acquisition, and foster high employee engagement to support business growth and operational excellence across the firm's real estate initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR & Organizational Leadership
Develop and execute alignment-focused HR strategies, policies, and practices that support corporate goals in the real estate sector.
Lead talent acquisition strategies to recruit, onboard, and retain high-performing professionals across sales, operations, technical, and executive teams.
Foster a performance-driven culture aligned with the firm's vision, core values, and corporate standards.
Performance Management & Talent Development
Design, implement, and manage robust performance appraisal systems tied to clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and business targets.
Identify training needs, conduct learning & development programs, and establish career progression pathways to build organizational capability.
Track employee productivity and implement reward and recognition frameworks.
Employee Relations & Workplace Culture
Serve as an advocate for workforce engagement, managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and retention strategies.
Drive internal communications, employee wellness initiatives, and team-building activities to maintain high morale and job satisfaction.
HR Operations, Compliance & Payroll Administration
Oversee day-to-day HR administration, employment contracts, personnel records, and HR software/systems.
Ensure full compliance with Nigerian Labour Laws, statutory regulations, and industry standards.
Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, compensation structures, and workplace policy enforcement.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 6 years of productive, hands-on HR management experience with proven track record of target delivery. Experience in the Real Estate or Property Development sector is a strong advantage.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or a related field.
Certifications: Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) is highly preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
In-depth knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law and HR best practices.
Proven leadership, strategic planning, and team management skills.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
High emotional intelligence and exceptional written/verbal communication.