JOHN CONFIDENCE
Independent HR Business Partner
Summary
Strategic Human Resources professional with 8 years of progressive experience supporting business growth through talent management, workforce planning, employee relations, organizational development, and people strategy. Experienced in partnering with business leaders to align HR initiatives with organizational objectives, improve employee engagement, strengthen workplace culture, and drive operational excellence. Proven ability to support startups, SMEs, and growing organizations through all stages of the employee lifecycle while implementing scalable HR solutions that enhance performance and business results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent HR Business Partner
Confidence People Advisory Services
01.2024 - Current
- Partner with business leaders to develop and implement people strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Advise executives on workforce planning, organizational design, employee engagement, and talent management initiatives.
- Develop HR frameworks, policies, and performance management systems for growing organizations.
- Support recruitment projects for leadership, technical, and operational positions.
- Facilitate employee relations matters and provide guidance on workplace investigations and conflict resolution.
- Design employee engagement programs that improve retention and workplace culture.
Senior HR Business Partner
Apex Integrated Solutions Ltd.
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Served as strategic HR advisor to senior leadership across multiple business units.
- Led talent management and succession planning initiatives supporting over 300 employees.
- Implemented performance management programs that improved productivity and accountability.
- Reduced employee turnover through targeted retention and engagement initiatives.
- Supported organizational restructuring and change management projects.
- Developed leadership capability programs for frontline and mid-level managers.
Human Resources Manager
Prime Workforce Consulting Ltd.
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed end-to-end HR operations for a fast-growing workforce.
- Led recruitment efforts resulting in successful hiring across multiple departments.
- Established employee onboarding and development programs.
- Implemented HR policies and procedures ensuring compliance with labor regulations.
- Managed employee relations issues and disciplinary processes.
- Coordinated compensation reviews and employee benefits administration.
Human Resources Generalist
Vertex Business Services Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Supported workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assisted managers with performance improvement and employee development plans.
- Maintained HR records and ensured policy compliance.
- Coordinated training programs and professional development activities.
- Supported employee relations investigations and conflict resolution efforts.
- Contributed to implementation of HR technology solutions.
Human Resources Officer
BlueStone Group Ltd.
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Supported recruitment and selection activities across various business functions.
- Conducted employee orientation and onboarding programs.
- Assisted in payroll coordination and benefits administration.
- Maintained employee records and HR documentation.
- Coordinated training schedules and employee development activities.
- Supported employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Human Resource Management
University of Lagos
Skills
- HR Business Partnering
- Workforce Planning
- Talent Acquisition
- Organizational Development
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- Learning & Development
- Leadership Coaching
- HR Policy Development
- Change Management
- Employee Engagement
- Succession Planning
- Compensation & Benefits
- Conflict Resolution
- HR Operations
Professional Development
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Performance Management and Employee Relations
- Leadership Development and Coaching
Timeline
Independent HR Business Partner
Confidence People Advisory Services
01.2024 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner
Apex Integrated Solutions Ltd.
03.2022 - 12.2023
Human Resources Manager
Prime Workforce Consulting Ltd.
01.2020 - 02.2022
Human Resources Generalist
Vertex Business Services Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2019
Human Resources Officer
BlueStone Group Ltd.
07.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Human Resource Management
University of Lagos