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Oluwatoyosi Esther

@oluwatoyosiesther

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Versatile HR professional with 4+ years of progressive experience.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a dynamic organization that values employee development, fosters a culture of continuous learning, and offers opportunities for career growth and impactful contributions.

I am a versatile and results-driven HR professional with over 4 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Change Management, and HR Operations. Currently, I serve as an HR Operations Officer at SanlamAllianz, where I support enterprise-wide transformation initiatives following a major joint venture. My proven ability to manage cultural alignment, drive employee engagement, and support seamless post-merger integration has been instrumental in my career. I am passionate about enabling people's success and operational excellence during periods of change.

Throughout my career, I have documented contributions in providing superior results, showcasing exemplary communication, people development, and relationship management skills. I focus on empowering teams to achieve their full potential and fostering a culture of continuous learning. By concentrating on people, I aim to help organizations build resilient, adaptable workforces ready for the future of work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Human Resources Operations Officer

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SanlamAllianz Nigeria Insurance

Apr 2025 - Present (2 months)

Supported the change management framework for post-merger integration, contributing to smoother employee transitions and culture harmonisation. Spearheaded the implementation of a new Learning Management System (LMS) across the merged entity, improving learning access and employee engagement.

Change Management Post Merger Integration Employee Engagement Learning Management Systems (LMS)Onboarding HR Operations

Human Resources Business Partner (L&D)

Allianz Nigeria Insurance

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)

Identified skills gaps through performance reviews and training needs analysis, leading to targeted training programmes that improved employee satisfaction and retention. Executed a 5-day New Employee Orientation (NEO) program designed to adequately onboard new employees and provide them with a clear view of the company’s goals.

Needs Analysis Employee Engagement Learning and Development Performance Reviews Stakeholder Management Budget Management Project Management Skills Training

Programme Executive

InterswitchGroup

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Spearheaded the execution of projects and delivery of transformative organisation-wide training across all tiers of financial institutions within Nigeria and Africa. Achieved over 100% increase in revenue growth in the financial year of 2023/2024 compared to the previous year.

Training Delivery Revenue Certificate Portal Development Budget Management Vendor Management

Human Resources; Learning and Development Junior -Senior Analyst

WorkforceGroup

Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Directly involved in designing and delivering several cross-sector high-level organisational learning interventions. Supported key clients in planning and implementing strategic learning and assessments and translating talent development behaviours into high-impact learning design and curriculum.

Intervention Design Organisational Learning New Hire Onboarding Coaching Content Development Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Lagos

Master in Industrial and Labour Relations, Industrial and Labour Relations

Currently pursuing a Master's degree focusing on industrial and labor relations. This program enhances understanding of human resources, labor laws, and organizational dynamics.

University of Lagos

Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), History and Strategic Studies

Studied History and Strategic Studies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of historical contexts and strategic planning. Developed strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills applicable to various professional fields.