- Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Location: Ikeja, Lagos
- Employment Type: Full-time
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About Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC)
Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) is one of Nigeria’s largest power distribution companies, dedicated to delivering reliable, safe, and efficient electricity services. Beyond powering homes and businesses, we are committed to powering careers by fostering a workplace culture built on integrity, innovation, and excellence.
Our mission is to transform Nigeria’s energy landscape while contributing to national economic growth. At Ikeja Electric, we empower our people through collaboration, career development, and continuous improvement.
Role Purpose
The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a pivotal role in sourcing, attracting, and engaging high-potential talent to build a dynamic and future-ready workforce. Reporting to the Talent Identification and Acquisition Manager, you will support both internal talent mobility and external recruitment, ensuring a robust talent pipeline for critical and strategic roles while advancing Ikeja Electric’s HR transformation agenda.
Key Accountabilities
Internal Talent Identification & Mobility
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Partner with HR Business Partners and department heads to identify internal candidates for career advancement.
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Manage internal job postings and employee assessments to ensure transparency and equal opportunity.
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Support talent reviews, helping track and promote high-potential employees for growth.
External Talent Acquisition
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Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes for external hires, ensuring alignment with Ikeja Electric’s values and EVP (Employer Value Proposition).
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Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies across diverse channels.
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Create a seamless, positive candidate experience that strengthens Ikeja Electric’s employer brand.
Talent Pool Development & Networking
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Build and maintain pipelines of top talent for critical and future roles.
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Establish partnerships with universities, professional associations, and industry networks.
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Manage a passive candidate database and nurture long-term relationships for future hiring needs.
Data & Metrics for Continuous Improvement
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Collaborate with the HR Data & Intelligence Specialist to track metrics such as time-to-fill, quality of hire, and internal mobility rates.
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Analyze recruitment data to identify gaps, optimize processes, and improve efficiency.
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Prepare regular reports for review by the Talent Identification and Acquisition Manager.
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or a relevant field.
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Postgraduate degree and/or professional HR certification (CIPM, CIPD, SHRM, etc.) is an added advantage.
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, or related HR fields.
Skills & Competencies
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Recruitment & Selection
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Manpower Planning
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Customer Centricity
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People Leadership
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Risk Management
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Organisational Leadership
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Entrepreneurship
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Change Management
