Human Resource Management Theory Adaptability and Employees’ Efficiency in Selected Deposit Money Banks in Abuja, Nigeria

This study investigated the influence of Human Resource Management (HRM) Theory Adaptability on Employees’ Efficiency in selected deposit money banks in Abuja, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the effects of training and development flexibility, recruitment and selection responsiveness, performance management adaptability, compensation and reward innovation, and HR technology integration on employees’ efficiency. The study adopted a descriptive survey design, with a population of 1,900 employees across eight banks: First Bank of Nigeria, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Zenith Bank, First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Access Bank, Polaris Bank, Wema Bank, and Globus Bank. A proportionate sample of 330 employees was selected using stratified and simple random sampling techniques. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis in SPSS. The findings revealed that all HRM adaptability dimensions had significant positive effects on employees’ efficiency, with HR technology integration emerging as the strongest predictor. The study concluded that banks that adopt adaptable HRM practices enhance employees’ efficiency and overall service delivery. Recommendations include adopting flexible training, responsive recruitment, adaptive performance management, innovative rewards, and robust HR technology systems.