Olushola Gbobaniyi
Head, People & Organisation improvement
With over 12 years of progressive experience in human resources, Shola is an accomplished HR Generalist and strategic partner to business clients, recognized for delivering exceptional results in talent acquisition, talent management, and full-cycle HR operations.
His diverse portfolio includes successful engagements with both local and multinational businesses across key industries such as FMCG, information technology, banking and financial services, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, construction, telecoms, manufacturing, healthcare, and not-for-profits.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, an Advanced Diploma in Human Resources from the London Academy Business School, and a Master’s degree in International Human Resource Management from the Valencian International University (Universidad Internacional de Valencia), Spain.
A full member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) of Nigeria and a certified Senior Talent Management Practitioner (STMP) from the Talent Management Institute, Texas, USA, Shola brings a global perspective and strong professional foundation to any organization. He has been described by colleagues and clients as quite hands on, innovative and resourceful.
He has been described by colleagues and clients as quite hands on, innovative and resourceful.
Shola is especially passionate about learning and development, having designed and facilitated numerous soft-skills and HR-focused training programs for corporate clients.
His career journey spans HR and management consulting, IT, manufacturing, and multi-company group operations, giving him a well-rounded perspective and hands-on insight into aligning HR strategy with business outcomes.
Shola is especially passionate about learning and development, having designed and facilitated numerous soft-skills and HR-focused training programs for corporate clients. His workshops and coaching sessions are known for being interactive, practical, and transformational—empowering professionals to grow in leadership, communication, team collaboration, productivity, and organizational performance. His areas of expertise span the full HR spectrum, including:
- Strategic talent acquisition and onboarding
- Employee engagement and performance management
- Learning and development strategy
- HR policy development and compliance
- Workforce planning and succession management
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- HR analytics and reporting
- Organizational development and change leadership
In addition to his HR responsibilities, Shola has also led office administration functions, ensuring seamless business operations through administrative process design and optimization, facilities and vendor management, executive support and calendar coordination, as well as budgeting and cost efficiency in administrative support services
Known for his strategic thinking and people-first approach, Shola is a trusted advisor to executives and a mentor to up-and-coming HR professionals. His career is driven by a belief that people are the most valuable asset in any organization—and when properly nurtured, they can unlock extraordinary value.
Outside of his professional life, he is a devout Christian, a husband and a father. He brings the same values of integrity, commitment, and excellence to both his personal and professional life.