Human Resources Manager (Fashion Brand) at Talentsquare

TalentSquare - Our client is a leading children’s fashion retail company in Nigeria, specializing in premium-quality clothing for children aged 0-16 years. Renowned for its vibrant, stylish, and durable designs and has become a household name, setting the standard for kids’ fashion in Nigeria. Their brand is a beloved icon in the Nigerian children's fashion scene, renowned for its exceptional quality and timeless appeal.

Job Title: Human Resources Manager (Fashion Brand)

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• The HR  Manager will play a pivotal role in driving strategic and data-centric HR initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, employee engagement, and organizational growth. 
• The role requires a forward-thinking professional capable of designing and executing transformational programs that align HR strategies with business goals in a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities
Workforce and Organizational Development:

• Lead the design and implementation of organizational structures that support strategic business objectives.
• Evaluate and redesign job roles, reporting lines, and team structures to improve efficiency and collaboration.
• Develop change management strategies to support business transformation initiatives.
• Facilitate organizational assessments to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and risks within teams or functions.
• Partner with Learning & Development teams to create programs that support leadership development and employee career progression.

People Analytics & Workforce Insights:

• Develop and execute a people analytics strategy that supports the business objectives.
• Analyse workforce data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Design and maintain HR metrics, and KPIs to measure workforce performance and HR effectiveness.
• Conduct predictive and prescriptive analytics to anticipate workforce needs, attrition risks, and skills gaps.
• Provide insights to support workforce planning, and talent optimization strategies.

Talent Management & Strategy:

• Collaborate with department heads to design and implement strategies for talent acquisition, development, and retention.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of HR programs and interventions using data-driven methods.
• Support performance management systems through analytics and reporting on employee productivity and engagement.

Data Governance & Compliance:

• Establish and maintain data governance policies for HR data to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance.
• Ensure alignment with local labour laws and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, NDPR).

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management by presenting workforce insights to inform business decisions.
• Work closely with department heads and teams to translate business challenges into people analytics solutions.
• Train HR team members and line managers on interpreting data insights and applying them effectively.

Technology & Tools:

• Lead the adoption of advanced HR technology and analytics tools, such as HRIS, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and business intelligence software.
• Identify opportunities for automation and system enhancements to improve HR operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is an advantage.
• Experience in the E-commerce, Fashion or Retail sector will be highly desirable.
• Needed experience of 7 to 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in HR Consulting; especially in areas of transformation or change management roles.
• Proven track record of leading HR transformation projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong understanding of HR technologies, data analytics, and process improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex data for diverse audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align people analytics with organizational goals.
• Adaptability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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