Talent Specialist (Abuja, Nigeria)

Position OverviewAs our Talent Specialist, you’ll play a key role in helping us grow our team across the country.You’ll drive end-to-end recruitment, support hiring managers, coordinate onboarding and ensure every candidate and new hire has great experience. From sourcing talent for field roles to supporting Finance, HR and Operations hiring; this role puts you at the center of Jaza's growth.This is a great opportunity to own key HR processes, work in a fast-paced environment and help build a strong, people-first culture.Recruitment & SelectionManage high-volume hiring campaigns for both field and office rolesSource, screen and interview candidates efficiently taking them through the recruitment process and qualifying the best and brightest to join our team.Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and forecast talent needs.Conduct background checks and verify references.Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure confidential data.Generate reports and track recruitment KPIs (e.g. time-to-fill, time to hire and number of hires against targets).Keep hiring teams updated on interview progress and scheduling.Ensure all recruitment processes comply with local labor laws and company policies.Onboarding & Employee ExperienceCollect and process all pre-employment documentationDeliver a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires.Coordinate company culture and values orientation.Schedule technical onboarding sessions with subject matter experts.Update and maintain employee records in the HRMS, drive and physical files.Act as custodian of employee records, ensuring secure and accurate data handling.Support employee engagement initiatives that enhance workplace experience.HR Support & ProjectsPromote Jaza’s employer brand and help attract top talent.Act as the go-to point of contact for candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders.Optimize the use of HRMS for recruitment and onboarding workflows.Support internal HR initiatives and cross-functional projects as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsA bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Psychology or a related field5 years of experience in Human Resources, including at least 3 years focused on recruitmentProven ability to run high-volume recruitment drives, especially for field-based roles.Experience supporting hiring managers and collaborating across departmentsComfortable working in fast-paced, startup environments where priorities evolve quicklyProficiency with HR systems and tools (HRIS/HRMS), with an interest in process optimizationStrong written and verbal communication skills and a high level of professionalismExceptional attention to detail, organization and ability to manage multiple prioritiesA discreet, trustworthy approach to handling sensitive information and employee dataConfident negotiator with strong interpersonal skillsHigh standards of integrity, ethics, and accountabilityA self-starter mindset; you take ownership and follow throughPassionate about helping others succeed and making meaningful contributions to team cultureOpen-minded, flexible and always ready to learn and growMust have skillsTalent SourcingVolume recruitmentTalent Brand Marketing