HR Generalist (HRG0126)

| Oyo, Nigeria

Salary Negotiable
Job Type Full-time
Experience N/A
Deadline 29 May, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary

  • The Human Resources Generalist will be responsible for managing all core HR functions while serving as a strategic partner to management in driving organizational performance, structure, and growth.
  • The role goes beyond administrative HR and requires a proactive professional who can align people management with business objectives, enforce accountability, strengthen systems, and support leadership in decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, screening, interviews, selection, and onboarding
  • Develop and maintain structured HR systems, templates, and documentation
  • Create, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, processes, and frameworks to support organizational growth
  • Drive performance management by developing KPIs, coordinating appraisals, and monitoring staff productivity across departments
  • Provide HR insights to Management to support decision-making on staffing, performance, discipline, and organizational structure
  • Identify workforce gaps and recommend practical solutions to improve efficiency and output
  • Manage employee relations by handling grievances, conflict resolution, and ensuring a professional work environment
  • Oversee disciplinary processes including queries, warnings, suspensions, and terminations in line with company policy
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, attendance, and leave tracking systems manually or via basic tools
  • Coordinate staff welfare, engagement, and communication initiatives
  • Support training and development by identifying skill gaps and organizing learning interventions
  • Monitor staff compliance with company policies and enforce accountability across all levels
  • Prepare periodic HR reports (staff performance, attendance, turnover, etc.) and provide actionable insights
  • Collaborate with department heads (Sales, Warehouse, Admin) to align people management with operational needs
  • Ensure proper role definition, structure, and clarity across the organization
  • Drive a culture of discipline, responsibility, and performance within the workforce
  • Continuously review existing systems and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and control.

Requirements

Skills and Educational Qualifications Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related Fields
  • 2 - 4 years relevant HR/Admin experience
  • Strong knowledge of core HR functions and processes
  • Ability to build structure and systems from scratch (non-ERP environment)
  • Strategic thinking with strong business and operational awareness
  • High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
  • Strong leadership and assertiveness in enforcing policies and discipline
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution ability
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Google Workspace, etc.)
  • Results-driven mindset with a focus on performance and accountability.

Competencies required:

  • Strong knowledge of core HR functions and processes
  • Ability to build structure and systems from scratch
  • Strategic thinking with strong business and operational awareness
  • High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
  • Strong leadership and assertiveness in enforcing policies and discipline
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution ability
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Google Workspace, etc.)
  • Results-driven mindset with a focus on performance and accountability.

Benefits

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: hr@straightgatepublishers.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.