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Cynthia Ogbeide

Human Resources/ Legal
Port Harcourt, Nigeria,Nigeria

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven HR professional with 7+ years of experience managing full-spectrum human resources operations, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and compliance. Adept at building employee-centric cultures that drive engagement, retention, and productivity. Demonstrated expertise in labor relations, talent development, and contract negotiation. Strong knowledge of industry regulations, coupled with the ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives to drive business growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
1
1
Language

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Karlwet Nig Limited
Portharcourt, Rivers
12.2017 - Current

• Spearheaded recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement programs, resulting in a 40% increase in retention and reducing hiring time by 70%.
• Developed and executed corporate training programs that enhanced workforce competencies and compliance with industry regulations.
• Implemented labor law compliance strategies, reducing workplace incidents by 95% through proactive employee safety and training initiatives.
• Led compensation reviews and benefits administration, ensuring competitive packages that align with market trends, contributing to higher employee satisfaction.
• Managed HR audits and legal compliance measures, mitigating risks and aligning HR practices with organizational objectives.
• Fostered a positive work environment through strategic employee engagement, improving overall morale and performance.

Human Resources Administrator

Telementry Nig Limited
F.C.T, Abuja
01.2015 - 04.2016

• Designed and implemented employee development programs and trainings, improving staff performance by 70%.


• Streamlined HR processes, ensuring accurate payroll management and compliance with labor laws, which reduced discrepancies, minimized legal risks and improved operational efficiency.


• Managed employee relations and off-boarding process, including conflict resolution, and led exit interviews to gather and analyze feedback to enhance employee satisfaction and retention strategies.


• Created succession plans, career paths, and promotion strategies to encourage internal growth, which significantly reduced employee turnover.

Company Secretary/Legal Adviser

Nigerco Nig. Limited
F.C.T, Abuja
02.2013 - 01.2015

 Managed corporate legal operations, ensuring compliance with industry laws and drafting agreements with clients for optimized service delivery.

 Led contract negotiations and reviewed legal documentation, reducing legal risks and ensuring smooth business operations.

 Collaborated with senior management to ensure HR policies aligned with labor laws and organizational goals, mitigating potential legal disputes.

 Provided legal counsel for company disputes and handled compliance with various regulatory bodies, including PENCOM, NIPEX, and DPR.

Legal Counsel

Mike Ozekhome's Chambers
Surulere, Lagos
07.2011 - 03.2013

• Provided corporate clients with legal representation in commercial and civil law cases, managing high-stakes negotiations and contract disputes.


• Conducted in-depth legal research and drafted briefs to ensure successful litigation strategies.

Education

BL (Qualifying Certificate) - Laws

Nigeria Law School
Bwari, Abuja
02.2010 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Laws

Ambrose Alli University
Edo State, Nigeria
08.2005 - 12.2010

Skills

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Affiliations

Nigerian Bar Association

Association of Professional Negotiators and Mediator

Certification

Diploma in Human Resources

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Quote

Planning for a Great future is best made at a young age, when there are no commitments or distractions.
Cynthia Ogbeide

Accomplishments

Talent Acquisition & Retention
  • Spearheaded recruitment and onboarding initiatives that increased employee retention by 20% at Karlwet Nigeria Limited, reducing time-to-hire by 30%.
Training & Development
  • Developed and implemented corporate training programs that enhanced workforce skills and compliance, which contributed to a 25% improvement in employee performance.
Compliance & Risk Management
  • Reduced workplace incidents by 15% through implementing labor law compliance strategies and safety training at Karlwet Nigeria Limited.
Employee Relations & Engagement
  • Fostered a positive work environment through employee engagement programs, resulting in improved morale and overall performance.
HR Policy Development
  • Streamlined HR operations, ensuring legal compliance and reducing audit risks across HR processes in both Karlwet and Telemetry Nig Limited.
Succession Planning & Career Development
  • Created succession plans and career promotion paths, significantly reducing turnover and fostering internal growth opportunities.

Software

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems)

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Payroll & Benefits Software

Compliance & Safety Software

Collaboration Tools (Microsoft Teams, Zoom)

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Karlwet Nig Limited
12.2017 - Current

Human Resources Administrator

Telementry Nig Limited
01.2015 - 04.2016

Company Secretary/Legal Adviser

Nigerco Nig. Limited
02.2013 - 01.2015

Legal Counsel

Mike Ozekhome's Chambers
07.2011 - 03.2013

BL (Qualifying Certificate) - Laws

Nigeria Law School
02.2010 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Laws

Ambrose Alli University
08.2005 - 12.2010
Cynthia OgbeideHuman Resources/ Legal