HR and Legal Officer

Job Summary

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: General Manager (GM)

Hoop Telecoms Limited was established in 2017 as a full Telecommunications Service provider. Since its formation, Hoop Telecoms has been growing rapidly and is emerging as a leading provider of telecommunication and business solutions. Our goal is to be the telecom company of choice for voice, video, and data for consumers in Nigeria, West Africa, Africa, and globally. Simply put; our vision is global.

HOOPTEL is led by a strong management team with knowledge and extensive experience in the telecom industry, and other professionals with strong administrative skills and experience. We are primarily focused on delivering solutions to customers in Enterprise networks connectivity, Broadband internet services, Voice communication solutions, Video and secured data solutions, Data Centre and co-location services, managed cloud services, and other related telecommunication systems. We are a company driven to provide our customers with solutions that are customized to fit their current needs, yet flexible enough to accommodate their growth plans, at the most competitive pricing on all service offerings, thus optimizing IT spend and future proofing of our solutions.

Role Summary

• The HR and Legal Officer is responsible for managing the company’s human resources functions while ensuring that all business operations, contracts, and employment practices comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• This dual role serves as the administrative backbone for employee management and the first line of defense for the company’s legal interests.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources (HR) Functions:

• Employee Records & Admin:Maintain accurate and confidential physical and digital HR files for all staff (farm workers, processing staff, and management).
• Recruitment Support:Assist the outsourced HR Manager and GM in scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and facilitating the onboarding process for new hires.
• Attendance & Leave Management:Track daily staff attendance (especially critical for shift-based farm and processing workers) and manage the leave application process.
• Payroll Support: Work with the Finance team to ensure payroll is processed accurately, factoring in overtime, leave, and statutory deductions.
• Employee Relations:** Act as the first point of contact for staff inquiries and grievances, escalating complex issues to the Outsourced HR Manager or GM.
• Policy Implementation:** Ensure staff understand and comply with the company’s Employee Handbook and Health & Safety policies.

Legal & Compliance Functions:

• Contract Drafting & Review:Draft, review, and manage all commercial contracts, including vendor agreements (feed suppliers, equipment), client sales contracts, and employment contracts.
• Regulatory Compliance:Ensure the company complies with all statutory regulations. This includes liaising with government agencies regarding taxes (FIRS), pensions (PenCom), and specific agro-allied health/safety standards (e.g., NAFDAC, SON).
• Corporate Governance:Maintain official company records, board resolutions, and ensure the company meets its reporting obligations to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
• Dispute Resolution:Assist management in handling employee disputes, and manage relationships with external legal counsel if litigation arises.
• Risk Management:Review company operations to identify potential legal or compliance risks and advise the GM on mitigation strategies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Zero Legal Breaches:No fines or penalties from regulatory bodies due to expired licenses or non-compliance.
• Accurate Records:100% accuracy in staff files and payroll inputs.
• Contract Turnaround:All vendor and client contracts reviewed and finalized within [X] days.
• Onboarding Speed:New staff onboarded and fully documented within 48 hours of resumption.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: LL.B (Bachelor of Laws) and a B.L (Barrister at Law) from a recognized institution.
• Experience: 0–1 year of experience.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of Nigerian labor laws, HR best practices, and corporate law.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in usingMicrosoft Office Suite and a general understanding of data privacy (NDPA).

Core Competencies:

• Confidentiality & Integrity:Must be highly discreet with employee records and sensitive legal matters.
• Negotiation Skills:Ability to review and negotiate contracts in the best interest of the company.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting policies and addressing staff.
• Problem Solving:Ability to balance legal risks with the fast-paced, practical needs of a startup.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@hooptelecoms.com using the Job Title as the subejct of the email.