About this role
Overview
Sahel Consulting in Nigeria is hiring for the role of Assistant Manager, People & Culture. The position involves helping to build an internal HR function from the ground up and supporting the launch of an external HR consulting service line. The role requires a strong foundation in HR data, analytics, and systems, with an emphasis on applying knowledge of Nigerian labour law to both internal and client-facing initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of HR policies, processes, and governance to support the internal workforce and the new external HR consulting service line.
- Manage HR data, metrics, and reporting to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Oversee HR systems and analytics to enable efficient people operations and scalable HR solutions.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour law in all HR activities and engagements.
- Partner with leadership to drive talent management, performance, and organizational development initiatives as the internal function scales.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree plus CIPM certification (or in progress).
- 5 to 7 years of HR experience.
- Strong data, analytics, and HR systems knowledge.
- Knowledge of Nigerian labour law.