Junior HR Consultant

Job Summary

The Junior HR Consultant will play a key role in executing and implementing HR advisory projects for client organisations. This role is ideal for professionals with some experience in HR consulting, advisory services or with a good generalist background, or those seeking to build a career in this field. The successful candidate will work in the consulting team, ensuring best practices, compliance, and strategic HR interventions for OML Africa’s clients. As a Junior Human Resources Consultant, you will work closely with senior HR professionals to help design and implement HR strategies that align with our client’s goals. This role offers the opportunity to learn and develop skills in various HR functions, including employee engagement, performance management, change management, compliance, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and Data Analysis: Conduct thorough research on industry trends, market data, and client information to support consulting projects.
• Conduct research and analysis on best practices and emerging regulations and practices to enhance advisory services.
• Client Interaction: Assist in client meetings, take notes, and ensure that all client needs are documented and addressed.
• Support in liaising with clients concerning project deliverables via presentations, meetings, reports, etc.
• Report Preparation: Help in drafting reports and presentations that communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to clients.
• Project Support: Collaborate with senior consultants on various projects, providing analytical support and contributing ideas.
• Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork, providing support across the consulting portfolio.
• Assist in putting together work plans and tracking the progress of projects.
• Assist in executing HR advisory projects, including HR audits, HR documentations, policy development (drafting, reviewing), and organisational change management initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior consultants to develop customised HR solutions for clients
• Assist in all functions of Human Resource management projects for clients.
• Perform any other HR-related duties assigned to support advisory projects and internal HR initiatives.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement within client operations and contribute to developing solutions.
• Assist in putting proposals together for advisory contracts and projects.
• Documentation Management: Maintain and organise project documentation accurately and client files to ensure smooth project execution.
• Stakeholder Communication: Assist in preparing communication materials for stakeholders, ensuring clear messaging and alignment with project goals.
• Hold briefings and presentations with clients and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends to enhance consulting capabilities.
• Provide support with Talent acquisition projects.
• Participate in HR training and capacity-building programs for client organisations.
• Support in other areas of the business as required

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in HR consultancy, or a generalist HR officer role.
• Experience in an international/multicultural environment is an advantage
• Experience with HR CRM platforms;
• Exposure to HR projects, compliance, and HR practice across at least 3 – 5 key industries is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of labour laws and HR best practices in Ghana and Africa is an advantage.
• Experience working in a consultancy or client-facing HR role is desirable but not mandatory.

Key skills and competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
• Working knowledge of relevant legal regulations
• Good written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and keen to add impact
• Accustomed to multitasking and meeting tight deadlines
• Work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Prioritise and plan work activities to use time efficiently
• Organisation skills, accuracy and thoroughness, ability to monitor work for quality
• Approachability, energy, and enthusiasm to motivate and engage others
• Fluency in English & Fluency in French is a strong plus
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Confident with the ability to use own initiative
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)