Director of People & Culture at Accor

Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources, Hospitality Sector, Pre-opening Experience, High-Volume Recruitment, Talent Attraction, Succession Planning, Talent Development, Hotel Culture, Employee Engagement, Talent Review, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employment Legislation, Relationship Building, Change Management, Global Projects

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description SO/ Budapest invites you to the front row SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels rooted in the world of fashion, commanding attention with it’s avant garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury. SO/ Budapest will open towards the end of 2026 and our search for an experienced Director of People & Culture to join our team and play a crucial part in this successful opening begins. Located in a prime position overlooking the iconic Chain Bridge and the Danube River, SO/ Budapest Hotel is a bold new addition to the city’s luxury hospitality scene. The hotel features 349 elegantly designed rooms and suites, complemented by a vibrant mix of dining and entertainment experiences. Guests can enjoy an all-day dining restaurant, a show-stopping rooftop bar with panoramic views, and extensive wellness facilities that offer a space for both relaxation and rejuvenation. Designed with both leisure and business travellers in mind, the hotel also boasts state-of-the-art MICE facilities, making it a key destination for events, meetings, and social gatherings in the heart of the city. Job Description What you’ll do… Be a true partner to the business for anything that relates to looking after their teams, providing advice & guidance. Implement and manage our policies, processes, and procedures, ensuring we are compliant with local employment law in all areas. Position our brand as an employer of choice through effective recruitment strategies that attract talent and build a talent pool for effective succession planning within the business. Work with heads of department on putting in place development opportunities & paths for the team, with input from our Director of L&D. Keep the culture of the hotel alive by embedding The Hoxton values, promoting a fair, safe and inclusive environment and leading initiatives that engage and empower the team. Drive our talent review process from coffee chats, annual reviews through to talent and career management. Lead activities under “Do More”, our global initiative to work with local charities & community projects in the cities we call home. Support managers on employee relations and performance management cases. Work with the central team on European/Global projects and rollouts. We want to hear your ideas and get your input on how to design effective initiatives and deliver innovative solutions. Qualifications What we’re looking for… We are seeking a dynamic HR professional with a minimum of two years’ progressive experience across all areas of Human Resources within the hospitality sector. Pre-opening experience is highly advantageous, along with proven capability in managing high-volume recruitment in a fast-paced environment. You are culturally aware and globally minded, able to inspire teams in diverse, international environments. A strong working knowledge of employee relations, employment legislation, and performance management processes is essential. You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams, leaders and ownership; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together. You want to question the norm and create change by doing things differently. You’re grounded, we leave our egos at the door and approach everything with an open mind. Additional Information What's in it for you... The opportunity to launch an exciting new hospitality concept in Budapest and have a real impact on its success. Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand. The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding. Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands. A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development. Job-Category: Talent & Culture Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Director will act as a key business partner, implementing and managing HR policies, ensuring legal compliance, and driving recruitment strategies to position the brand as an employer of choice. Responsibilities also include embedding hotel culture, leading talent review processes, supporting employee relations, and driving community initiatives.