Director of People & Culture

AccorHotel • Long Beach, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Fairmont Breakers is seeking a Director of People & Culture to lead and oversee the People & Culture Department. This role involves acting as a Strategic Business Partner to Senior Hotel Leadership, aligning People & Culture initiatives with the Employee Value Proposition and strategic plan, and collaborating with the corporate Talent & Culture function. The Director will promote positive employee relations, enhance the overall employee experience, and drive employee engagement by fostering an environment of open communication, trust, mutual respect, and fun. The position also requires leading labor relations initiatives and exemplifying company service and brand culture.

Requirements

• 4+ years’ experience as a Director, People & Culture / Human Resources (in both union and non-union settings)
• Passionate about promoting company values and creating programming that supports a positive workplace culture
• Collaborative team player, with excellent influencing skills with the ability to build relationships easily amongst various stakeholder groups
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment laws, including California State Law
• University/College degree in a related discipline, or combination of education and experience
• Proven success in leading strategic initiatives that positively impact hotel KPIs

Responsibilities

• Exemplify and lead the Company Service and Brand Culture initiatives
• Act as the Strategic Business Partner and functional Subject Matter Expert to Senior Hotel Leadership
• Align and execute People & Culture activities to Employee Value Proposition and Strategic plan
• Oversee people & culture initiatives, acting as a liaison between corporate office and hotel
• Collaborate with corporate Talent & Culture function on key programs/initiatives
• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of the People & Culture Department
• Lead labor relations initiatives
• Promote positive employee relations, overall employee experience, and drive employee engagement through an environment that encourages open communication, trust, mutual respect, and fun

Benefits

• Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
• Learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree