Salve Consulting Limited is a holistic Human Resources firmLocation: Ikoyi, Lagos (Hybrid)
Salary Range: NGN 500,000 – 550,000 Net
Role Overview
We are seeking a capable, values-driven, and proactive HR Manager to lead people operations and act as a strategic HR partner to leadership. The HR Manager will be a visible advocate for staff, a trusted advisor to the CEO, and an active champion of the organisation’s culture and values.
The successful candidate will ensure that people practices are consistent, compliant, and deeply aligned with the organisation’s mission, culture, and growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Core HR Operations
Manage the full employee lifecycle – onboarding, confirmation, role changes, and exits
Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential employee records, contracts, and HR documentation
Oversee attendance, leave, and performance management processes
Administer staff benefits including HMO enrolment, renewal, and payroll data accuracy
Provide timely HR support and guidance to staff and management on people-related matters
Manage employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary processes in line with organizational policy and Nigerian labour law
Prepare and submit periodic HR activity and insights reports to the CEO
Recruitment & Talent Management
Collaborate with leadership and unit heads to identify staffing needs and develop workforce plans
Lead end-to-end recruitment processes including role scoping, advertising, shortlisting, interviews, and offer management
Ensure all new hires are effectively onboarded into the team, culture, and working practices of the organisation
Advise on talent development, role clarity, and succession planning where required
Maintain candidate assessment documentation and recruitment records
Strategic HR Advisory
Advise the CEO and leadership team on people strategy, organisational structure, and workforce capacity
Support the design and implementation of performance management frameworks and goal alignment
Provide guidance on employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention strategies
Advise on change management during periods of organisational growth or transition
Identify people-related risks and opportunities and recommend timely, practical solutions
Participate in leadership meetings as required, providing HR perspective and input
Culture, Values & Organisational Identity
Champion the organisation’s values and ensure they are visibly reflected in people practices, policies, and daily working life.
Lead culture-building initiatives – staff engagement programmes, recognition practices, and team rituals that reinforce belonging and shared purpose
Conduct regular culture health checks and staff sentiment assessments to identify where the lived experience of working here aligns with stated values and where it does not.
Ensure that hiring, onboarding, performance management, and exit processes all reflect and reinforce the organisation’s culture.
Create a safe and inclusive environmen.t
Support leadership in modelling and communicating the organisation’s values, particularly during periods of change
Document and embed cultural practices into SOPs, policies, and ways of working so they become part of how the organisation operates.
HR Policies, Compliance & Governance
Review, update, and maintain HR policies and procedures in line with Nigerian labour laws and NGO sector best practices
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including labour regulations and internal governance standards
Advise leadership on HR risk management and compliance matters
Maintain a centralised, secure HR documentation repository
Uphold data protection and confidentiality standards across all HR records and processes
Learning, Development & Performance
Identify staff learning and development needs through performance conversations, surveys, and observation
Work with leadership to coordinate relevant training programmes — internal and external
Track training participation, outcomes, and impact on performance
Coordinate performance appraisals and improvement processes in a manner that is fair, consistent, and developmental
Lead operational HR check-ins to track metrics, surface challenges, and maintain accountability
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field
Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, CIPD) is an advantage
Minimum of 4–5 years of progressive HR experience, including demonstrated experience managing HR operations independently
Prior experience working with NGOs, social enterprises, or mission-driven organisations is strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of Nigerian labour law and HR compliance requirements
Proven experience supporting or leading culture and values work within an organisation
Demonstrated experience managing an HRIS platform; proficiency in SeamlessHR is required
Strong knowledge of Nigerian labour law and HR best practices
Genuine commitment to the organisation’s mission and the ability to translate values into practical people policies
Ability to read organisational culture, identify gaps between stated and lived values, and close them
Capacity to move between operational HR detail and big-picture people strategy
Excellent written and verbal communication at all levels of an organisation
High discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive matters
Strong emotional intelligence – able to navigate difficult conversations and build trust across the team
Proactive and self-managing – able to handle multiple priorities in a lean organisation
Proficiency in SeamlessHR and demonstrated competence in managing HRIS platforms