HRBP-Commercial

Location
Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Employment type
Full-time
Last seen
Oct 16, 2026

About the role

HR Business Partner Commercial

Industry: Food and beverage

Job Mode: Full-time, On-site

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented HR Business Partner to support our Commercial functions across Nigeria. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner, providing comprehensive HR support and guidance to managers and employees while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

This role requires a proactive individual with solid commercial experience in managing a distributed sales team, as well as preference for experience in managing a sales trainee program, alongside other HR responsibilities. The candidate should also possess strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, and a willingness to work anywhere within Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Partnership:

- Serve as a trusted advisor to the Commercial leadership team, providing guidance on all HR-related matters. - Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that support business goals and drive organizational effectiveness. - Partner with managers to address employee relations issues, performance management, and talent development needs. - Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. - Support organizational change initiatives and ensure smooth transitions.

Sales Team & Talent Management:

- Manage and support a distributed sales team, ensuring effective performance management and development. - Preference for experience in managing a sales trainee program, including recruitment, training, and career progression. - Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and selection to onboarding, ensuring timely and effective hiring processes. - Identify training and development needs and implement programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities. - Support talent management initiatives, including performance reviews, succession planning, and career development. - Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement and retention.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Conduct salary benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitive compensation packages. - Provide guidance to managers and employees on compensation-related matters. - Experience in compensation planning and implementation.

Payroll and Data Management:

- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for assigned business units by the Payroll and Employee Data Officer. - Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax laws. - Ensure the Payroll and Employee Data Officer maintains accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR data. - Work with the Payroll and Employee Data Officer in generating HR reports and analytics to support decision-making.

Employee Relations:

- Manage employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution. - Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations. - Promote a positive and harmonious work environment.

Commercial Focus:

- Develop a strong understanding of the Commercial business units and their specific HR needs. - Provide HR support tailored to the unique requirements of these functions. - Partner with Commercial leaders to address talent challenges and support business growth.

General Requirements:

- Solid commercial experience managing a distributed sales team. - Preference for experience in managing a sales trainee program. - Ability to travel. - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - High level of integrity and confidentiality. - Experience with HR information systems (HRIS). - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably in a fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated experience in supporting Commercial functions (preferred). - Strong understanding of Nigerian labor laws and regulations. - Experience in payroll and data management. - Demonstrable compensation experience.

Interested candidates may send CVs to careers@worknigeria.com