Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) at Fina Trust Microfinance Bank

Fina Trust Microfinance Bank, a member of LOLC Group with corporate Head Office in Colombo – Sri Lanka, is one of Nigeria’s foremost Microfinance Banks. Its operating license was secured from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in September 2009 as a Microfinance Bank. Fina Trust Microfinance Bank has built a resounding success on excellent service delivery in a uniquely customer friendly environment through professional staff, leveraging on world-class technology. A continuous investment in information technology and in people sets the bank apart from others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Head of Human Resources
Coverage: Head Office & Branch Network

Job Summary

• The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) works closely with business leaders and branch management to align HR strategies with the Bank’s objectives.
• The role provides end-to-end HR support covering workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, talent development, and compliance, while ensuring adherence to Nigerian labour laws and microfinance banking regulations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership:

• Partner with Executive Management, Business Heads, and Branch Managers to support the Bank’s strategic and operational goals.
• Translate business plans into people strategies covering workforce planning, capability building, and performance management.
• Provide HR advisory support to management on people-related risks, organizational design, and change initiatives.

Talent & Performance Management:

• Support recruitment and manpower planning for head office and branch roles.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, appraisals, and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
• Identify training and development needs in collaboration with the Learning & Development function.
• Support succession planning and talent reviews for critical roles.

Employee Relations & Engagement:

• Manage employee relations matters, including discipline, grievances, investigations, and conflict resolution in line with Bank policy and Nigerian labour law.
• Provide guidance to managers on disciplinary processes, sanctions, and documentation.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Advise on exits, terminations, and redundancy processes where applicable.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook provisions.
• Support compliance with CBN, NDIC, labour law, and internal audit requirements relating to people management.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation for regulatory and audit purposes.
• Support payroll inputs, leave administration, confirmations, and promotions in collaboration with HR Operations.

Change Management & Culture:

• Support organizational change initiatives such as restructuring, branch expansion, or process improvement.
• Reinforce the Bank’s values, ethical standards, and performance culture across all locations.
• Act as a change agent to support management communication and employee alignment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline.
• 4–6 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist role.
• Prior experience in a microfinance bank, commercial bank, or regulated financial institution in Nigeria is highly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Nigerian Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Professional HR certifications such as CIPM, SHRM, or CIPD are an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong business acumen and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent advisory, influencing, and problem-solving abilities
• Sound knowledge of performance management and employee relations
• Strong communication, presentation, and report-writing skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to work across multiple branches and manage competing priorities
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office applications

Key Attributes:

• Hands-on, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented
• Resilient and able to operate in fast-paced environments
• Strong ethical judgment and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel to branches as required

Application Closing Date
11th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume using the job title as the subject of the email.