Director of People & Culture

at  RIXOS

Company Description
Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.
Job Description
Job Description
ROLE: Director of People & Culture
Ready for a career move and be part of a dynamic team? We are looking for a new talent to play a vital role in our People & Culture team working alongside a fantastic team.
As a Director of People & Culture, you are the driving force behind our People & Culture & Hotel success. Collaborating closely with the property General Manager, you’ll lead a dynamic team, implement winning strategies, and play a pivotal role in achieving overall property targets. Your knack for inspiring others, coupled with strategic thinking, will propel our team to new heights. Join us in shaping the future of our company as we redefine excellence in sales!

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU:

• Management of personnel files, on the basis of incoming, hiring, transfer, promotion, resignation and other modification data
• Compiles the operational staffing schedule / manning guide in co-ordination with General Manager.
• Compiles accident statistics and handles all relevant accident reports.
• Designates executive positions that cannot be staffed by him/herself in the manning guide. He/she shall administrate copies of qualifications for all executive positions.
• Updating of personnel manuals, of salary, bonus, work and grant books, etc.
• Is familiar with regulations and personnel guidelines issued by regional or corporate administration and ensures that they are applied accordingly.
• Strict adherence to legal regulations and work permits regarding foreign expatriate employees.
• Conducts job application correspondence and sees to due and proper answering and filing of all documents, applications adverts, etc.
• Co-ordinates and initiates yearly performance evaluations at all staff levels.
• Orders and organises long service awards, diplomas and certificates in good time as per Company policies.
• Sees to insurance administration, notifies superior in case of deviation or irregularity.
• Ongoing information of personnel regarding problems, changes and other news.
• Responsible for obtaining all the necessary hotel licenses for the smooth functioning of the hotel.
• Ensures proper job descriptions are available for all functions, continuously adapts them in co-ordination with relevant supervisors to operational requirements.
• Sees to the due and proper filing of work procedures and operational rules. Adapts them to new situations and requirements whenever necessary.
• Is responsible for recruiting in co-ordination with the various Department Heads.
• Analyses the working atmosphere and discusses possible improvements with the Department Heads and supervisors and submits to General Manager.
• Supervises adherence to remuneration guide lines and discusses any deviations with General Manager.
• Surveys remuneration and social benefit policies of other competitors and compares them with our policies, on a yearly basis.
• Acts as a Godfather and counsel’s employees in personal and professional matters.
• Exit Interviews with all resigning employees to establish reason patterns for resignation.
• Informs personnel and supervisor regarding important events and news from within the hotel operation to avoid misunderstandings and rumours/gossip.
• Organises social and leisure activities in co-ordination with Department Heads for the employees.
• Organisation, supervision and maintenance of staff accommodation. Regular inspection tours. Sees that repair and improvement work is carried out.
• Maintains good co-ordination and information with the Director of Finance for payroll and other finance related matters.
• Establishes monthly reports according to requirements
• Maintains a monthly overview of vacation and public holiday balance of all staff and delivers a monthly consolidated summary to the relevant supervisors.
• He/she is familiar with all related company documentation and especially with the relevant Operational Standards Manual for his/her field of responsibility.
• Assumes responsibility of Duty Manager when scheduled to do so.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in a senior people & culture management role, preferably in a luxury hotel environment.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in hospitality management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Please refer the Job description for details