COMPANY OVERVIEW

Premier, LLC provides Architectural & Design, Procurement, Engineering Development and Project Management services to hotels, multi-family, student housing and adaptive reuse project types. This includes implementing capital improvements for properties owned by Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) and Braemar Hotels and Resorts (NYSE: BHR), and other 3rd Party ownership groups.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The HR Director position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR and business functions to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HR Director maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.
This position does not have direct reports but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-8 years of HR Generalist experience in a corporate environment
• Bachelor’s degree: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification preferred.
• Experience in hospitality, interior design, project management, or architecture industries is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in understanding, interpreting, and applying relevant laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies. Skilled in gaining a comprehensive understanding of organizational structure, roles, qualifications, compensation practices, and related administrative processes.
• Experience with talent management practices, such as 9-box assessments, 360 studies, career-path mapping, mentorship programs, and Meyers-Briggs or similar preferred.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Experience working with Mercer or similar compensation studies preferred.
• Familiarity working with HR Management Systems such as ADP, Peoplesoft, Workday, and others is highly desirable.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities skills with a focus on customer service excellence.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other related software, with advanced skills in data management and presentation.
• Ability to travel as needed.

• Consult with all levels of management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Partner with the recruiting function for the business unit including identifying future hiring needs, designing job descriptions, conducting interviews with final candidates, and facilitating the onboarding process.
• Oversee business unit talent management program including career path mapping, assessment and development plans, and succession planning.
• Partner with the Learning & Development department to foster education around company development programs and facilitate employee participation in select development programs.
• Collaborate with leaders and associates to develop career paths and create individual development plans. Manage and resolves complex employee relations issues and conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the CHRO of the Ashford Group of Companies as needed/required.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Act as a change agent to address overarching changes within the organization.
• Take an active role in planning, implementation and action planning derived from Associate Opinion Surveys.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation as needed.
• Perform compensation analysis where needed utilizing the PayFactors tool and partner with the compensation team to propose and define salary bands for specific new roles, and for development of bonus programs.
• Manage and execute employee status changes such as transfers, promotions, reporting changes, etc. in the HCM.
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