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Nigeria

As a member of the Senior Management team based in Lagos and reporting to the CEO, I have the responsibility of delivering strategic leadership for all Human resources functions of the company required to achieve the company’s overall business objectives. Main achievements on this role include the following: • Spearheaded the successful transfer process of employees from parent company (Subsea7 International) to the JV whilst serving as s a trusted advisor and a highly interactive leader… Show more As a member of the Senior Management team based in Lagos and reporting to the CEO, I have the responsibility of delivering strategic leadership for all Human resources functions of the company required to achieve the company’s overall business objectives. Main achievements on this role include the following: • Spearheaded the successful transfer process of employees from parent company (Subsea7 International) to the JV whilst serving as s a trusted advisor and a highly interactive leader working with internal and external stakeholders to establish trust and implement best practices across the organization.• Achieved zero lawsuits, arbitrations, and labour strikes during the 2 years of the transitional period of the organization by using effective conflict resolution and coalition building strategies. • Executed successfully the recruiting strategies that facilitated 50% growth in the employee population of the JV in one year, while also saving $150,000 in recruitment fees.• Achieved profitability and operational targets with well-structured HR Structures and initiatives that improved employee performance and engagement across the business whilst maintaining uninterrupted business continuity and delivering excellent financial result through the change period. Show less

Nigeria

A member of the Country Management Team based in Lagos and reporting to the CEO, I was responsible for providing overall strategic direction for the HR team and functions across the business. I lead the HR team that provided and implemented comprehensive human resources support to the company with an average revenue generation of $900M annually, an employee strength of 800+ of different nationalities across 4 locations. My key responsibilities and achievements amongst others include: • Set… Show more A member of the Country Management Team based in Lagos and reporting to the CEO, I was responsible for providing overall strategic direction for the HR team and functions across the business. I lead the HR team that provided and implemented comprehensive human resources support to the company with an average revenue generation of $900M annually, an employee strength of 800+ of different nationalities across 4 locations. My key responsibilities and achievements amongst others include: • Set and drive the HR strategy for the business working in partnership with Senior business Leaders and Executives.• Oversaw the manpower budget planning procedure, recruitment, retention, and leadership development initiatives required to ensure availability of resources and capabilities for deployment, and development within the business structure.• Built new compensation policies and enhanced benefits programmes based on current trend analysis to support the business attraction and retention strategy.• Achieved an average employee turnover of less than 4% consistently for four (4) years.• Implemented organizational structures in accordance with defined standards to facilitate business needs and requirements.• Played a major role as part of the team that integrated successfully the Subsea7 brand in-country after the Merger with Acergy, France.• Assisted locals and expatriates through leadership development and succession plan management.• Ensured organization's total compensation policies and practices adhere to international best practices.• Fostered relevant stakeholders' relationships, including employee Associations and Unions. Show less

Nigeria

Responsible for the entire strategic and operational HR-related functions, including manpower planning, recruitment, compensation planning, leadership coaching, employee development, and performance management exercise for the Energy business in the African Region with an employee strength of 450+, across 8 African countries.• Designed and implemented all strategic and functional HR initiatives for the energy businesses in Africa.• Contributed immensely to the achievement of the GE… Show more Responsible for the entire strategic and operational HR-related functions, including manpower planning, recruitment, compensation planning, leadership coaching, employee development, and performance management exercise for the Energy business in the African Region with an employee strength of 450+, across 8 African countries.• Designed and implemented all strategic and functional HR initiatives for the energy businesses in Africa.• Contributed immensely to the achievement of the GE Global energy business objectives by providing HR leadership to the regional executives and senior business leaders in the Sub- Sahara and North Africa part of the business.• Played a major role as part of the team that integrated acquired business into the GE platform through HR leadership and guidance. Show less

Nigeria

Nigeria

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