Human Resources / Legal Officer

Job Description

Wendernek Consulting Limited is a leading human resource outsourcing management solutions provider in Nigeria. Our purpose is to provide applied and bespoke solutions to our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources / Legal Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Preparing job descriptions, advertising vacant positions, and managing the employment process.
• Orientating new employees and training existing employees.
• Provide legal guidance on HR policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Manage and resolve employment litigation and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws and regulations.
• Oversee internal investigations related to HR issues.
• Develop and implement HR-related legal strategies and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Human Resource Departmentand management on employee relations matters.
• Draft and review employment contracts and other legal documents with keen focus on legal precision, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct training sessions on legal aspects of HR for staff members.
• Oversee Drafting, Review, and Negotiations when necessary.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law and must have been called to the Bar.
• Must have at least 2 (two) years ofcombined experience in HR and legal roles.
• Excellent knowledge of employment legislation.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Sound understanding of the HR functionand best practices.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and individually.

Application Closing Date
7th November, 2025.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@wendernek.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.