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AHMED BABALOLA

Glasgow,GLG

Summary

My HR experience is broad, covering Employee Relations, Organisational Change, Onboarding & Recruitment, Learning & Development and Diversity & Inclusiveness. A lawyer by discipline but my passion for people management made me pursue my career in HR. I successfully concluded a master’s in International Human Resource Management (July 2023) and looking to further my career. Currently, I work as a Human Resource Advisor with NHS, Forth Valley. My previous experience has been gained within the Banking Sector having worked for over 12years for Wema Bank Plc, Nigeria. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Head, Learning & Development

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Spearheaded team efforts to implement cost-effective and timely L&D solutions throughout the organization, contributing to the Bank's growth strategy.
  • Directed a highly successful online Leadership & Capability Development Programme that targeted over 2,500 Line Managers in the Bank, resulting in significant improvements to cultural change within the organization.
  • Developed impactful learning interventions in collaboration with senior leadership to address departmental learning gaps and promote workforce growth.
  • Successfully facilitated consultative relationships with business partners, enabling the delivery of timely and cost-effective learning and organisational development solutions.
  • Achieved high-quality content and delivery for in-house and externally sourced learning interventions, aligning with staff needs and Bank strategy
  • Introduced 2 innovative e-learning platforms
  • Spearheaded the implementation of Coursera and Pluralsight global online learning platform, enabling more than 4,000 Bank employees to access digital educational resources.

Team Lead, Curriculum Planning & Learning Advisory

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Worked closely with Subject Matter Experts (SME) and colleagues in developing, reviewing, and evaluating curriculum for improved training outcomes at the Bank.
  • Ensured quality of Bank's training curriculum at Purple Academy aligns with Bank's objectives and CIBN graduate trainee curriculum.
  • Ensured effective training results by closely tracking individual and company reactions to the program, in accordance with the established training plans.
  • Anchored development of training schedule and budgets for schools within area of responsibility.

Team Lead, Employee Experience

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
02.2020 - 11.2020
  • Developed and implemented a successful compensation and benefits program, creating a positive work atmosphere that enhanced the overall employee experience for the Bank.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure comprehensive understanding and appreciation of benefits programme among employees.
  • Ensured adherence to legal requirements and best practices in HR policies and practices at the bank.
  • Introduced and implemented Wemalympics team bonding activity, boosting employee engagement.

Team Lead, Resourcing & Talent Management

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
06.2018 - 01.2020
  • Developed and implemented recruitment strategies in alignment with the Bank’s goals and objectives, ensuring skill requirements for both current and future needs were met
  • Addressed recruitment challenges in the Bank through proactive relationship-building with external talent sources
  • Achieved success in enhancing the Bank's reputation as a preferred employer through effective employer branding strategies
  • Established productive partnerships with hiring managers and business leaders, gaining insight into their talent needs and consistently updating them on the progress of recruitment activities.
  • Implemented innovative tools and approaches to optimize the bank's recruitment process.
  • Implemented retention package resulting in reduced attrition rate for IT employees, particularly software developers.

Electronic Learning Management Officer

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
02.2016 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with Internal Stakeholders to create, evaluate, and execute e-Learning Programs aligned with the Bank’s goals.
  • Identified training needs of staff members in area of coverage through analysis of indicators to facilitate planning and organizing e-learnings at Wema Purple Academy.
  • Played a key role in shaping online courses by collaborating on their creation and reviewing them for optimal learning outcomes
  • Promoted online knowledge sharing and Case study sessions through the organisation's operational business processes and systems.

Learning Coordinator

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Assisted the Learning and Development Manager in carrying out all practical arrangements concerned with the co-ordination and booking of training events for the Bank
  • Supported the Learning and Development Manager in effective relationship management with trainers, internal and external staff at training locations
  • Monitored attendance, bookings, and feedback on courses to ensure continuous improvement
  • Processed invoices and update budget monitoring files for all internal training and external trainings.
  • Developed and implemented learning programs, courses, and materials to meet the needs of learners.

Resourcing/Outsourced Management Officer

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
04.2012 - 06.2014
  • Prepared and negotiated outsourcing agreements while ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements.
  • Assisted in the formulation and implementation of recruitment/selection policies, procedures, and practices for outsourced workforce planning.
  • Managed and supervised all outsourced and contract staff at the Bank
  • Reported on regulatory compliant statistics for Non-Full-Time employees in the Bank

Industrial Relations Officer

Wema Bank Plc
Nigeria
02.2007 - 03.2012
  • Managed administrative tasks for Disciplinary Committee's Secretariat
  • Reviewed disciplinary cases and managed grievance procedures within the Bank
  • Completed official paperwork for CBN, outlining disciplinary-related staff exits
  • Provided counsel to Head of HR on ensuring adherence to labour law regarding employee matters
  • Promoted positive working relationships between Management and Union.

Human Resource Advisor

NHS Forth Valley
Stirling
09.2023
  • Supported managers in managing sickness absence and Ill-health reviews with Occupational Health Department, following NHSScotland Workforce Attendance Policy, HR Policies, employment legislation (Equality Act 2010), and external agencies like Access to Work, RNID, Sensory Centre.
  • Supported managers in handling confidential employee relation investigations and resolving sensitive employment issues
  • Provided support to managers by offering guidance on development of job descriptions, person specifications, adverts, and vacancy information submission
  • Providing advice and support throughout the recruitment process, from shortlisting to induction, including attending interview panels and conducting pre-employment checks.
  • Developed, prepared, and facilitated HR policy/legislation training sessions for managers and staff organisation-wide.
  • Contributed to the development of HR policies and procedures for NHS Forth Valley
  • Contributing to the development of eESS and leveraging electronic workforce information to support effective decision-making by managers and Directorate.
  • Provided support to HR Team Leader, HR Managers, and wider team on diverse HR/organisational change projects such as TUPE transfers, local organisational change programs, ward closures, and redeployment/retraining exercises.
  • Provided HR support to managers and staff on various issues such as terms and conditions, policies interpretation, employee relations, equal opportunities, and employee development.

Education

MSC, International Human Resource Management -

Glasgow Caledonian University
07.2023

Associate, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development UK -

07.2023

ACIPM, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management -

11.2018

Barrister at Law, Nigerian Law School -

11.2005

Bachelor of Laws, University of Lagos Nigeria, Second class lower -

06.2004

Skills

  • Software Proficiency
  • Networking
  • Leadership
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Training & Development
  • Organisational Skills
  • Self-Directed
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Customer Service
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Project Planning
  • Written Communication
  • Verbal Communication

Timeline

Human Resource Advisor

NHS Forth Valley
09.2023

Acting Head, Learning & Development

Wema Bank Plc
08.2021 - 01.2022

Team Lead, Curriculum Planning & Learning Advisory

Wema Bank Plc
11.2020 - 08.2021

Team Lead, Employee Experience

Wema Bank Plc
02.2020 - 11.2020

Team Lead, Resourcing & Talent Management

Wema Bank Plc
06.2018 - 01.2020

Electronic Learning Management Officer

Wema Bank Plc
02.2016 - 05.2018

Learning Coordinator

Wema Bank Plc
06.2014 - 02.2016

Resourcing/Outsourced Management Officer

Wema Bank Plc
04.2012 - 06.2014

Industrial Relations Officer

Wema Bank Plc
02.2007 - 03.2012

MSC, International Human Resource Management -

Glasgow Caledonian University

Associate, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development UK -

ACIPM, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management -

Barrister at Law, Nigerian Law School -

Bachelor of Laws, University of Lagos Nigeria, Second class lower -

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