CIG Motors Co. Limited has begun on a soft landing since 2013 following a pact signed with Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Limited (GAC MOTOR) to establish and manage distribution network in Nigeria, Africa. The group, headquartered in Guangzhou China, launched business operation in Nigeria at the peak of Automobile boom based on Government advocacy for the production of brand new vehicles in Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Group Human Resources Director
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Industry: Automotive
Job Summary
The Group HR Director serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a high-impact people strategy that supports the long-term vision of the group.
This role provides strategic direction and oversight for all human capital initiatives across multiple subsidiaries and business entities, fostering a culture of performance, innovation, and accountability.
The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking HR leader who brings both global perspective and local execution, capable of aligning people's capabilities with the group’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
People Strategy & Organizational Design
Define and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the group’s overall business objectives and growth agenda.
Lead group-level organizational design, workforce planning, and talent architecture across diverse industries or subsidiaries.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior executives on organizational effectiveness, leadership succession, and people risk.
Culture, Change & Leadership:
Drive cultural transformation initiatives across the group to support high performance, accountability, and agility.
Build strong leadership pipelines through strategic talent development, succession planning, and executive coaching.
Lead change management strategies during key organizational transitions such as expansions, or restructuring.
Governance, Compliance & Risk:
Develop and standardise HR governance frameworks, policies, and processes across all subsidiaries, ensuring local compliance and global best practices.
Monitor and mitigate people-related risks, including regulatory risks, reputational risks, and workforce disruptions.
Ensure ethical standards, employee relations practices, and grievance mechanisms are in place and aligned with corporate governance.
Talent Acquisition, Capability Building & Retention:
Establish an employer brand strategy that positions the group as a top employer across sectors.
Oversee senior-level recruitment and strategic talent acquisition programs across the group.
Build capability frameworks that support digital transformation, innovation, and cross-functional agility.
Compensation, Reward & Performance Strategy:
Design and implement executive compensation, benefits, and long-term incentive programs tied to business performance.
Promote a performance-driven culture through robust KPIs, and reward mechanisms that align with business outcomes.
Benchmark reward strategies to maintain competitiveness in local and international markets.
HR Technology & Analytics:
Lead the group’s digital HR transformation through implementation of integrated HR systems (HCM platforms, data dashboards, etc.).
Use people analytics to deliver insights and drive strategic decisions around workforce trends, engagement, and productivity.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred.
15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including 5+ years in a Group or Corporate HR role.
Demonstrated success in driving business-aligned HR strategy in complex, matrix or multi-industry environments.
Experience working with executives teams and boards of directors.
Professional certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is an advantage.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
13th Month Allowance
Leave Allowance
Monthly Performance Bonus
Retirement Savings
Robust Medical Coverage
Staff Transportation
Group Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment