Head of Human Resources at UUL United Logistics NIG LTD

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Head of Human Resources at UUL United Logistics NIG LTD

At UUL Global, we specialize in delivering time-sensitive, complex, and high-value solutions tailored to your unique logistics needs. As a leader in the industry, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our ability to provide comprehensive logistics and transportation services that cater to businesses of all sizes. Our Mission We seek to provide exceptional service and tailored solutions for our clients' global logistics and supply chain needs.Reports to: HR Director (HRD)
Department: Human Resources
Direct Reports: Current (3) Target (10)

SALARY RANGE: ₦600,000 - ₦800,000

Job Summary

The Head of HR will serve as the primary architect for the company’s human capital infrastructure. In a "0 to 1" environment, this role is responsible for transitioning the HR function from basic administrative support to a strategic, data-driven department. The focus is on building a scalable talent acquisition engine, ensuring regulatory compliance within the Nigerian labor landscape, and developing a high-performing HR team to support a workforce of 250+ (and growing).

Key Result Areas 

Talent Acquisition Architecture & Workforce Analytics.


System Design: Design and implement a standardized end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from demand forecasting to onboarding.
Competency Framework: Develop a competency-based hiring model to ensure "Job-Person Fit" for high-turnover logistics roles.
Channel Management: Identify and optimize local and digital recruitment channels to reduce Cost-Per-Hire and Time-to-Fill.
Data-Driven Insights: Establish a recruitment dashboard to track and analyze hiring efficiency, labor cost trends, and early-stage turnover.


Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation (Nigeria)


Legal Governance: Ensure HR operations strictly adhere to the Nigerian Labour Act, Employee’s Compensation Act (ECA), and local tax regulations (PAYE, Pension, ITF, NSITF).
Contract Management: Standardize employment contracts and termination protocols to minimize legal exposure and labor disputes.
Policy Audit: Conduct regular internal audits of HR records and payroll documentation to ensure "audit-ready" status at all times.


Organizational Scaling & Departmental Leadership


Team Expansion: Lead the hiring, training, and KPI setting for the expanding HR team (growing from 3 to 10 members).
SOP Development: Draft and institutionalize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all HR functions to ensure consistency as the business scales.
Culture of Integrity: Act as the custodian of corporate ethics, ensuring HR processes are transparent and merit based.


KSAO Profile (Competency Requirements)

Knowledge


Talent Acquisition Theory (Critical): Mastery of structured interviewing, sourcing strategies, and selection methodologies.
Nigerian Labor Law (Critical): Deep understanding of local employment regulations and statutory requirements.
HR Analytics: Knowledge of how to transform raw workforce data into actionable business intelligence.


Skills


Strategic Communication (Critical): Ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex employee relations with clarity and tact.
Information Integration: Capability to synthesize complex data points into structured reports and strategy papers.
Technical Proficiency: Expert user of Microsoft Excel (for data modeling) and PowerPoint (for executive reporting).


Abilities


Uncompromising Integrity (Critical): High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality and fairness in a high-pressure environment.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Natural inclination to use evidence and metrics rather than intuition to solve organizational problems.
Leadership & Coaching: Proven ability to mentor junior HR staff and build a cohesive, results-oriented team.


Other Requirements


Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience leading HR teams, with at least 3 years specifically in a Managerial/Head of Dept role.
Background: Experience in the Logistics, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing sectors is highly preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., CIPM, SHRM-CP/SCP, or PHRi) is a significant advantage.
Cultural Fit: Experience working in multicultural or Chinese-invested enterprises is another advantage.
Source: Head of Human Resources at UUL United Logistics NIG LTD