Job Description
We are hiring!!!
Group Head of Human Resources
Industry: Diversified Conglomerate (Manufacturing, Power, Energy, Real Estate, Agriculture & Investments)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
About the Organisation:
Our client is one of Africa’s largest and most diversified conglomerates with strategic investments spanning manufacturing, power, energy, real estate, agriculture, and financial investments. As part of our continued expansion and transformation agenda, we are seeking an exceptional and seasoned HR leader to serve as Group Head of Human Resources.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Human Capital Leadership
•Develop and execute a Group-wide HR strategy aligned with business objectives across all sectors.
•Drive organisational design, workforce planning, and succession strategies across subsidiaries.
•Lead transformation initiatives to build a high-performance and future-ready workforce.
Talent Management & Leadership Development
•Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition, retention, and leadership pipeline development.
•Design and implement Group-wide leadership development and succession planning frameworks.
Organisational Development & Culture
•Champion a strong, unified corporate culture across diverse business units.
•Lead change management initiatives across large-scale transformation programs.
•Promote employee engagement, performance excellence, and accountability.
Compensation, Benefits & Performance Management
•Oversee compensation structures, rewards systems, and performance management frameworks.
•Ensure competitiveness, fairness, and alignment with industry benchmarks.
•Drive performance-driven culture across the Group.
HR Governance & Compliance
•Establish and enforce Group-wide HR policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
•Ensure compliance with all applicable labour laws and regulatory requirements.
•Drive HR analytics and reporting for informed decision-making.
Strategic Business Partnership
•Act as a key member of the Group Executive Management team.
•Partner with CEOs and business leaders across subsidiaries to drive business performance through people strategy.
Qualifications & Experience
•Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
•Master’s degree (MBA or MSc in HR/Organisational Development) is highly preferred.
•Professional certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD or equivalent) is required.
Experience Requirements
•Minimum of 15–20 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 7–10 years in a senior executive or Group HR leadership role.
•Experience in a large conglomerate or multi-sector organisation is mandatory.
•Proven track record of leading HR transformation at scale across multiple business units or countries.
Application Process:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to:
jobs@kennediaconsulting.net
All applications must be received on or before 3rd June 2026.
