Human Resource Assistant

Job Description

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
Function: Human Resources
Salary: N400,000 per month (gross)
Location: Chevron, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Accommodation: Provided

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Human Resources Assistant will provide direct and hands-on support to the HR function, with a strong emphasis on performance management, employee relations, and learning and development. We are looking for an individual of strong character who is proactive, confidential, and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, people-centred environment. This role goes beyond administrative support and requires someone who takes initiative, thinks ahead, and can hold their own in a fast-paced organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Support the end-to-end performance management process, including coordinating appraisal cycles, tracking goal- setting, and maintaining performance records
•Assist in managing employee relations matters with sensitivity and professionalism, including documentation of grievances, disciplinary proceedings, and resolution outcomes
•Take a leading role in the preparation of training materials, presentation decks, and facilitator guides for internal learning and development programmes
•Coordinate training logistics including scheduling, venue arrangements, attendance tracking, and post-training evaluation
•Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, HR records, and confidential documentation
•Support onboarding and induction processes for new hires, ensuring a seamless integration experience
•Draft HR correspondence, internal communications, and policy documents as required
•Monitor HR-related deadlines including probation reviews, contract renewals, and appraisal timelines, and flag these proactively
•Assist in HR data entry, reporting, and the maintenance of the HR information system
•Handle sensitive employee information with absolute discretion and in strict confidence

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
•Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related discipline
•1 to 3 years of HR experience with demonstrated competence in performance management, employee relations, and training coordination
•Proven ability to design and prepare professional training decks and materials (proficiency in PowerPoint is essential)
•Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
•High degree of personal resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work under pressure without compromising quality
•Proactive self-starter who takes initiative and anticipates needs without being prompted
•Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently with staff at all levels
•Absolute trustworthiness in handling confidential information
•Membership of CIPM or active pursuit of HR certification is an advantage

NB: All information will be treated with strictest confidentiality.