CHIOMA JOY NNAMDI
London,UK
Summary
Strategic and detail-oriented HR Manager with experience leading human resource functions across Nigeria and the UK. Skilled in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, HR policy development, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to design structured HR systems, enhance employee engagement, and align people strategy with organisational goals. Strong background in documentation, advisory support, and operational leadership, underpinned by a robust legal education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
HR Manager
Wotas UK
2024.11 - 2026.03
- Established structured HR frameworks aligned with UK employment regulations and best practices.
- Advised leadership on disciplinary procedures, grievances, and employee relations matters.
- Implemented performance appraisal systems to improve accountability and productivity.
- Managed recruitment campaigns and onboarding processes to support workforce expansion.
- Ensured compliance with UK employment law, right-to-work checks, and HR documentation standards.
- Promoted employee engagement initiatives to strengthen workplace culture and retention.
HR Manager
Wotas Nigeria
2023.03 - 2024.10
- Led end-to-end recruitment processes, improving candidate quality and reducing time-to-hire.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with Nigerian labour laws and organisational standards.
- Managed employee relations matters, resolving workplace conflicts professionally and confidentially.
- Designed onboarding and training programmes to enhance performance and retention.
- Coordinated payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with finance teams.
- Maintained accurate HR records and ensured compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Research assistant
Judiciary Headquarters Akwa ibom State, Hogh Court 7
Uyo, Akwa ibom
2022.03 - 2023.02
Education
MSc - Law, Regulation & The International Finance System
University of Greenwich
UKBarrister at Law (B.L) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
Abuja, NigeriaLL.B - Law
Madonna University
Anambra, NigeriaSkills
- Core HR: Talent Acquisition & Recruitment, Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution, Performance Management Systems
- Compliance: Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance (UK & Nigeria), HR Policy Development, Workforce Planning
- Operations: Onboarding & Training Coordination, Payroll & Benefits Administration, HR Documentation & Record Management
- Leadership: Team Management, Strategic Advisory, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management
Accomplishments
- Compliance Excellence: Streamlined HR documentation and right-to-work checks for Wotas UK, ensuring compliance with UK Home Office regulations within the first 90 days.
- Process Optimization: Reduced the average time-to-hire at Wotas Nigeria through the implementation of a structured multi-stage interview and screening process.
- Policy Development: Authored and implemented a comprehensive Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct, resulting in a reduction in workplace grievances.
- Legal Integration: Successfully leveraged legal background to draft employment contracts and service agreements, minimizing legal risk and potential disputes.
- Employee Retention: Introduced a performance-based incentive scheme and feedback loop that improved employee retention rates.
Affiliations
Associate Arbitrator, National Institute of Chartered Arbitrators (Nov 2025)
Timeline
HR Manager
Wotas UK
2024.11 - 2026.03
HR Manager
Wotas Nigeria
2023.03 - 2024.10
Research assistant
Judiciary Headquarters Akwa ibom State, Hogh Court 7
2022.03 - 2023.02
MSc - Law, Regulation & The International Finance System
University of Greenwich
Barrister at Law (B.L) - undefined
Nigerian Law School
LL.B - Law
Madonna University