ADEDOTUN ADENIYI
HR Business Partner | Industrial Relations & Employee Relations Specialist
Lagos, NG.About
Highly accomplished Strategic Human Resources professional with over 8 years of progressive experience specializing in Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, and HR Compliance. Proven ability to strategically advise leadership on complex workplace issues, leverage data-driven insights to mitigate risks, and strengthen organizational culture through effective people management strategies. Adept at fostering positive union engagement, resolving grievances, and ensuring stringent compliance with labour laws to align HR initiatives with overarching business objectives and drive operational excellence.
Work
Ikeja Electric Plc
|Industrial Relations & Compliance Specialist
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Currently serving as a key liaison for industrial relations and compliance, advising leadership on complex workplace issues and ensuring adherence to labor laws and regulatory frameworks.
Highlights
Act as primary liaison between management and union representatives, fostering effective communication and ensuring strict adherence to labour agreements and regulatory frameworks, mitigating potential disputes.
Collaborate cross-functionally with business leaders, HR Business Partners, and Legal teams to successfully resolve complex employee relations cases, upholding fairness, consistency, and strategic business alignment.
Provide expert guidance on disciplinary actions, grievances, investigations, and terminations, ensuring full compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
Lead and support critical investigations into complex or high-risk employee relations matters, ensuring due process, strict confidentiality, and meticulous documentation.
Advise leadership teams on systemic employee relations issues, developing and implementing proactive interventions to mitigate risks and improve workplace stability.
Analyze employee relations trends, case patterns, and workforce data to identify root causes, developing and implementing preventive strategies to enhance organizational harmony.
BUA Foods Plc – Sugar Division
|Human Resources Manager
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment to engagement, while providing HR advisory support and implementing strategic policies to boost productivity.
Highlights
Led strategic HR initiatives that improved employee retention by 25% and significantly enhanced workplace engagement through targeted strategies and programs.
Optimized hiring and onboarding processes, reducing recruitment lead time by 40% and enhancing candidate experience for new hires.
Coordinated and launched learning and development initiatives that increased employee training participation by 18%, significantly enhancing capability and business performance.
Implemented robust HR policies and compliance frameworks, boosting operational efficiency and workforce productivity while ensuring regulatory adherence.
Served as SAP HR Super-User, streamlining payroll processes and HR system administration for a large workforce, improving data accuracy and efficiency.
Played a key role in achieving ISO 22000 certification by aligning critical HR processes with international standards, enhancing organizational credibility.
BUA Group
|Human Resources Associate
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Supported comprehensive HR operations, including recruitment, data management, and employee welfare, ensuring compliance and efficient processes.
Highlights
Facilitated the company's inaugural Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA), achieving a 100% compliance pass rate and establishing a benchmark for ethical practices.
Supported end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including sourcing, interviews, and onboarding, contributing to the successful placement of numerous candidates annually.
Managed comprehensive HR data and employee records using SAP HR systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance for a large employee base.
Assisted with accurate payroll administration and comprehensive employee benefits management, ensuring timely and correct compensation.
Coordinated employee welfare initiatives, including HMO and workplace support programs, enhancing employee satisfaction and well-being across the organization.
Crawford University
|Assistant Exam Coordinator / College Officer
Ogun State, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Summary
Coordinated academic examination processes and provided administrative support, ensuring smooth operations and accurate record-keeping.
Highlights
Coordinated all examination processes and invigilation schedules for multiple courses, ensuring smooth and fair conduct of assessments.
Managed examination records, scripts collation, and meticulous result documentation for various academic periods, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Provided comprehensive administrative support to the academic office, enhancing operational efficiency and student service delivery.
Education
University of Lagos
M.Sc.
Employment & Labour Studies
University of Lagos
B.Sc.
Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
Languages
English
Certificates
Associate Member – Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM)
Issued By
CIPM
Human Resource Practitioner License (HRPL)
Issued By
HRPL
Associate Member - NITAD
Issued By
NITAD
Skills
Industrial Relations
Union Engagement, Collective Bargaining, Labor Relations, Dispute Resolution.
Employee Relations
Disciplinary Management, Grievance Resolution, Investigations, Conflict Resolution.
HR Compliance
Labour Law Compliance, Regulatory Frameworks, Policy Implementation, Compliance Audits, ISO 22000, SMETA.
HR Strategy & Operations
HR Policy Development & Governance, Performance Management, HR Analytics & Reporting, Organizational Development, Change Management, Talent Management, Recruitment & Onboarding.
Stakeholder Management
Business Partnering, Leadership Advisory, Cross-functional Collaboration, Employee Advocacy.
HR Systems
SAP HR Systems, Payroll Administration, HRIS Management.