Head of Corporate Services- Expatriate only

A foremost construction and haulage company with its head office in Abuja, currently seeks to hire an experienced and dynamic Head of Corporate Services, reporting to the Managing Director.Responsibilities•       To oversee the Administrative, Human Resources, Security and IT functions.•       To lead, develop, motivate, support and direct employees in the above functions setting high standards and ensuring resources are appropriately planned and allocated to support organisational objectives. •       Provide strategic management support by synthesizing data into information to drive regular advice and reporting to the MD for planning and decision making.•       Project, interpret and ensure adherence to the Company’s administrative and HR policies; where policies are inadequate or do not exist, develop new policies or update existing ones as considered necessary.•       Anchor the companywide planning process by organising sessions and coordinating inputs from other departments to develop business plans and budgets; drive periodic performance review sessions to evaluate performance against targets.•       Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to identify and eliminate waste with a view to streamlining and improvingprocesses.•       Oversees the preparation of monthly payrolls to over 1,000 employees, including several expatriates.•       Supervises the HR Department to assess essential knowledge and skills required for professional level work, develops strategies for attracting and retaining top employees, maximizes internal talent to attain their full potential. •       Advices the MD and Management Team in developing and updating effective succession plans to ensure that potential alternatives exist to fill critical positions.•       Oversee the planning, development and and delivery of effective Training and Development initiatives to close identified skill gaps.•       Oversee the efficient maintenance of HR records and policies. •       Manage the PR Manager in forging and fostering productive relationships with governments and their agencies.•       Oversee the IT officer in driving the digital transformation and automation of critical tasks, ensuring the safety and security of the Company’s records and documentation.Person SpecificationApplicant must meet the following requirements:•       Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Human Resources Management, Supply Chain Management or other related courses. Possession of a Master’s Degree in the above fields or certifications in HR or other relevant fields is a distinct advantage.•       Gained at least 15 years’ experience in human resources, administration and or planning functions in a construction or heavy-duty manufacturing company, with at least 5 of those years in a Senior Management position. Experience in the Nigerian construction industry is a distinct advantage.•       Demonstrable analytical, managerial, leadership and strategic thinking skills•       Good financial management skill with prior experience in managing departmental budgets. •       Demonstrated commitment to people, organisational development, interpersonal development and a collaborative workapproach.•       Effective communication in English and the ability to synthesize data into information for planning and decision making.•       Strong problem-solving skills. •       Experience of leading, supporting, coaching and motivating large teams.•       Strong influencing, relationship building and stakeholder management skills •       Experience in continuous improvement and the ability to proactively initiate and manage change.•       Must be based in or be willing to relocate to Abuja, NigeriaBenefits:·       Competitive remuneration package; an expatriate package, consisting of dollar denominated salary, flight tickets, housing, a vehicle and driver and performance-based incentives amongst other benefits will be offered if the successful candidate is expatriate.·       Generous annual paid vacation in addition to about 2 weeks closure during the Yuletide.·       Opportunity to hold a visible position in a dynamic environment and play a key role in the Company’s future.·       Opportunity to network with key influencers in Nigeria.EEO:All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability and any other characteristic protected by law.