Human Resource and Admin Manager

Imperial Gate School, a top-notch private Nursery and Primary School located in a serene environment in Lekki Phase One, is recruiting an experienced Human Resource and Admin Manager. Blending the English National and Nigerian curricula with a strong focus on morals and character, the school is seeking a strategic leader to spearhead staff recruitment, manage performance tracking systems, oversee the administrative support teams, and directly support the academic faculty in delivering an exceptional learning experience.

• Strategic Talent Acquisition: Lead end-to-end recruitment pipelines, from sourcing and interviewing to structured onboarding and orientation of academic and non-academic staff.

• Performance & Benefits Management: Direct the school’s performance appraisal system, tracking KPIs. Administer employee benefits including pensions, HMO plans, and school allowances.

• Administrative Oversight: Provide leadership and oversight to the school’s administration and support teams (facilities, maintenance, and auxiliary staff) to ensure peak operational standards.

• Vendor & Asset Coordination: Interface with suppliers, external contractors, and local artisans; negotiate costs and procure materials to support school facilities.

• Academic Support & Engagement: Assist the academic team with daily administrative needs for seamless learning delivery, address daily internal staff HR inquiries, and organize staff social events.

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant discipline.

• Professional Certification: Valid HR professional certification (e.g., CIPM, PHRi, SHRM, or equivalent) is required.

• Experience: Previous experience working as an HR professional within a school environment is mandatory.

• Core Competencies: High level of creativity, outstanding oral and written communication skills, strong negotiation skills, and a collaborative leadership style.