HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT / LEGAL OFFICER

Reporting To: Group Managing Director / CEO

Remuneration: ₦5 Million – ₦6 Million Annual Fixed Pay (Plus Periodic Profit Sharing)



Client Overview

Our client is a diversified Financial Services Firm with operations spanning Insurance Broking, Real Estate, and Investment Management. Currently undergoing a strategic transformation, the firm is focused on scaling its business, strengthening operational efficiency, and achieving ambitious growth objectives. With a commitment to innovation, customer value, and sustainable impact, the organization is positioning itself as a trusted partner for individuals and institutions seeking comprehensive financial and asset solutions.

Position Summary

This role combines responsibility for Human Capital Management, Legal Advisory, and Company Secretarial functions within the organisation.

As the Human Capital Management lead, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle, from talent acquisition and onboarding to performance management, employee engagement, payroll review, and personnel administration.

As Legal Counsel, you will safeguard the organisation from legal and regulatory risks by managing contracts, leases, litigation matters, and legal documentation while providing strategic legal advice to management. You will support the management team in the implementation of sound corporate governance, statutory compliance, proper record keeping, and effective administration of Board and shareholder matters.

Functional Areas of Responsibility

Human Capital Management

Talent Acquisition

• Manage the recruitment of "right-fit" human assets for the organisation.

Performance Management

• Disseminate employee policies.
• Implement systems for employee performance measurement and engagement.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Review payroll contents and deductible elements including PAYE, Pension, NHF, and other statutory deductions for accuracy.

Learning & Development

• Plan and develop training activities for all levels of staff in collaboration with HCM officers.

Personnel Administration

• Maintain up-to-date employee documentation.
• Review the staff handbook every six months to ensure alignment with current business realities.

Legal Counsel & Corporate Governance

Risk Mitigation

• Identify and mitigate legal risks across all business units.
• Process complex legal documentation.

Contract Management

• Craft, review, and manage workable agreements and leases for all Group business activities.

Litigation Oversight

• Oversee lawsuits and litigation matters.
• Render monthly status reports on all litigation files.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure the organisation meets all statutory obligations.
• Advise executive management on legislative and regulatory changes affecting the business.

Company Secretarial Duties

• Maintain the register of shareholders.
• Maintain CAC records and MEMART documentation.
• Manage Board meeting records and resolutions.
• Ensure timely dispatch of AGM notices and related documentation.

Property Management Support

• Support the effective management and security of the organisation's overseas real estate investments and properties

Document Security & Records Management

• Ensure legal and security documents are properly registered, identified, and securely stored.
• Maintain safe custody of sensitive corporate records to prevent theft, loss, or destruction.

Candidate Profile

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B).
• Call to Bar certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Human Capital Management.

Professional Certification

• ACIPM compulsory or its equivalent

Critical Success Competencies

Leadership & Management

• Exceptional leadership capability.
• Strong people management skills.
• Ability to influence and drive organisational initiatives.

Legal & Governance

• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Sound knowledge of corporate governance principles.
• Strong understanding of compliance and statutory requirements.

Professional Attributes

• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Courage to report ethics violations and compliance breaches.
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity and professional credibility.