Director of Talent & Culture

JOB DESCRIPTION
Company Description
Discover the warm French-Polynesian welcome of our luxury 5 star beach resort situated on the East Crescent of the world famous Palm Jumeirah, offering a rejuvenating escape inspired by the rich culture of the South Pacific.
Nestled amongst lush greenery on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sofitel Dubai The Palm offers a tropical and relaxing sanctuary, only a short distance away from the vibrant, buzzing metropolis of Dubai.
With magnifique touches of French elegance interlaced throughout the hotel, we invite you to Live the French way and indulge in excellence.
Job Description
An incredible opportunity is available for an experienced professional to lead the Talent & Culture function at this iconic luxury resort, as part of the Accor global hospitality group.
Reporting to the Managing Director with a dotted line to the Regional Director of Talent & Culture, this role will work collaboratively with the leadership team proactively providing advice, guidance and mentoring on all aspects of Talent & Culture.
To be successful in this role will have a genuine passion for people, strong HR generalist skills and experience of leading and developing an engaged, committed and high-performing team.
As an experienced senior human resources leader you will work as part of the resort s Executive Committee and have the ability to influence at a senior level and deliver results for both the business and its people.
This role will give you the opportunity to provide leadership for the resort Talent and Culture strategies, development, improvements and implementation as well as management of all Talent and Culture functions and activities including:
Talent & Culture (T&C) Strategic Plan: Prepare, communicate and implement the annual T&C Department Plan.
Talent Acquisition: Manage the recruitment, selection and retention processes
Talent Development: Review, implement and design training to build organisational capability in line with business strategy and goals
Reward and Recognition: Drive and continually review T&C solutions such as reward and recognition, employee wellbeing, talent management and leadership programs.
Compensation and Benefits: Manage the salary/award review process
Industrial Relations: Sensitively manage industrial relations within the Hotel ensuring proactive communication and interaction with all involved, accurately document meetings and disciplinary actions.
Award interpretation: Ensure management in line with relevant awards and communicate to the team and other parties as needed
Talent & Culture Metrics : Prepare monthly and ad hoc T&C reports
Financial Performance : Ensure payroll for the Hotel is run in accordance with statutory regulations and company guidelines. Implement T&C activities within budgeted guidelines and time frames. Assist in the development of the Annual Business Plan and Financial Budget and controlling expenditure during the financial year.
Change management and development : Continually review and improve T&C operations and people strategies to ensure outcomes are maximised for both people and business performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
A minimum of five years of human resource management experience preferred.
Experience in the hospitality industry required.
Experience in the UAE is necessary.
Thorough understanding and application of U.A.E. Labour Law.