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Joel Iyamu

Lagos

Summary

Business-oriented human resources leader with proven experience building, developing and scaling high performing organizations and growing businesses Skilled HR Director offering 15 years of progressive experience in human resources. Strategic leader, decision-maker and problem solver. Communicates clearly and effectively while operating with strong sense of urgency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Chief Administrative Officer

The GIG Group
06.2014 - Current

Head of People for the GIG Group. The Group Manages GIG Mobility, GIG Logistics, Ziuss Energy and Power, Ziuss Oil & Gas, Jet Motor Company

  • Work closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Manage daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Oversee operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Monitor office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Partner with the Chairman to build a stronger, performance-based culture.
  • Drive rapid hiring results with 50% growth and improved the compensation structure.
  • Launched first-ever employee engagement survey and identified actions to improve.
  • Built a high performing People team.
  • Consistently acted as a highly trusted partner and coach to the executive staff, founders and employees.

Senior Consultant

Michael Stevens Consulting
03.2012 - 05.2014
  • Partnered with external stakeholders to provide human resource solutions that developed leaders, attracted and built quality workforce and transformed company into high performing organization.
  • Assisted with employee development program design and execution and advanced initiatives to encourage staff participation.
  • Led, directed, and managed innovative and comprehensive HR products and services delivery that served to frame and advance company mission.
  • Built HR consulting capabilities focused on clients undergoing organizational change and development.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Assisted and guided clients on HR procedures and program development by devising performance evaluations, job descriptions and industry-standard salary ranges.
  • Partnered with leaders on HR and business functions using consultative approach to proactively identify and address issues and concerns.
  • Wrote, developed and delivered successful presentations and facilitated training to individuals and groups.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Designed and delivered client-specific benefit presentations for open enrollment and new hire orientations.
  • Assessed client feedback and delivered information to management for corrective action.

Recruitment & Training Consultant

Macsworth & Associates
04.2011 - 02.2012
  • Consulted with organization management to assess needs and plan improvements.
  • Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
  • Produced training manuals, presentations and resources for enhanced learning.
  • Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.

Consultant

B. Adedipe Associates
10.2007 - 03.2011
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
  • Onboarded and managed new client accounts to boost retention rates.
  • Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand industry, market and company trends.

Admin Manager

Mononia Nigeria Limited
03.2004 - 09.2007
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History & International Studies

Lagos State University
Lagos

MBA -

University of South Wales
Wales, UK

Skills

  • Strategic business partnerships with senior executives, founders and leaders at all levels
  • Leadership of complex change in fast-paced, growth environments
  • Strategic Planner
  • Operations Management
  • Process Improvements
  • Human Resources
  • Business Development
  • Corporate Communications
  • Revenue Generation
  • Design and implementation of organizational strategy tied to business strategy
  • Employee engagement
  • Employee-centered communications

Accomplishments

  • Worked with the GIG Group Chairman and key members of his staff to reorganize GIG Mobility, in service to the company's future strategy, and contributing to the company's strong results and N8b in yearly revenue
  • Worked with the GIG Group Chairman and key members of his staff to reposition GIG Logistics as a world class Logistics company, resulting in revenue growth from N350M monthly to over N1B monthly revenue
  • Part of the think tank team that worked on Ziuss Energy & Power sustainable energy strategy.
  • Led the team that worked on the Acquisition of Delta Line Transport Company
  • Drove multiple initiatives to simplify and improve experiences for both customers and employees
  • Built the Group training School
  • Successfully Coached leaders and employees, helping them personally be more effective and deliver better results

Courses

Mastering Human Resources Management - Lagos Business School 

Basic Course In Psycho-Trauma HealinG - LUX Terra Leadership Foundation

Timeline

Director, Chief Administrative Officer

The GIG Group
06.2014 - Current

Senior Consultant

Michael Stevens Consulting
03.2012 - 05.2014

Recruitment & Training Consultant

Macsworth & Associates
04.2011 - 02.2012

Consultant

B. Adedipe Associates
10.2007 - 03.2011

Admin Manager

Mononia Nigeria Limited
03.2004 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Arts - History & International Studies

Lagos State University

MBA -

University of South Wales
Joel Iyamu