Human Resources & Admin Officer

Job title: Human Resources & Admin Officer

The HR & Admin Officer will support the day-to-day people and office operations, working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure smooth HR processes, accurate documentation, statutory compliance, and an efficient, well-run office environment as the agency grows.

Role Purpose:

• Support day-to-day people and office operations and keep HR administration organised, compliant, and responsive as the team grows.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment: job postings, CV screening, interview scheduling, and reference checks.
• Prepare and manage employment documentation, including offer letters, contracts, and onboarding packs, in line with company house style.
• Maintain accurate and confidential staff records, including personnel files, leave records, and the staff database.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction for new hires, ensuring a smooth first-week experience.
• Track staff leave, attendance, and other HR administrative processes.
• Support the performance appraisal cycle, including scheduling, documentation, and consolidation of review data.
• Assist with payroll administration inputs (attendance, leave, deductions) in coordination with Finance.
• Ensure HR practices comply with the Labour Act, NDPA 2023, Pension Reform Act 2014, and other applicable Nigerian employment regulations.
• Manage day-to-day office administration, including vendor coordination, procurement of office supplies, and facilities upkeep.
• Support the Finance & Administration Manager with HMO administration, staff welfare processes, and exit/clearance procedures.
• Handle general correspondence, filing, and administrative support for the leadership team as required.
• Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive staff and company information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in an HR & Administration role, ideally within a fast-paced services, agency, or corporate environment.
• Working knowledge of Nigerian labour law and statutory HR compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace; familiarity with HR software or payroll systems is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and sound judgement in handling confidential matters.
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• A professional HR certification (e.g. CIPM, CIPD) is an advantage but not mandatory.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work within a leading strategic communications agency with a growing multi-market footprint.
• A collaborative, fast-paced environment with genuine scope for professional growth.
• Competitive compensation in line with experience.

Salary

• NGN 400,000 Net Monthly

Location

• Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi, Lagos