People & Culture Manager

Company Description

The Hoxton is coming to Hamburg!

The Hoxton’s second hotel in Germany is set to open in Hamburg, a city of stunning architecture criss-crossed by hundreds of canals and home to parks, cultural venues and a bustling gastronomic scene. Set as part of the exciting Alter Wall redevelopment project, The Hoxton, Hamburg will feature 188 bedrooms of varying sizes, a large lobby bar and ground floor restaurant, a beautiful rooftop restaurant and The Apartment - The Hoxton’s signature meeting and event space.

We are seeking an experienced People and Culture Managerfor The Hoxton, Hamburg.

You will be responsible for recruiting the team in our pre-opening period, to implement our policies locally for our newest property and thereafter take responsibility for the day-to-day support to managers for a successful Hox operation and team.

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…

• Individuals. You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.

• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.

• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.

• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.

• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.

• If we got stuck in a lift together, we’d have a good time and share a few laughs.

• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other, and has fun along the way.

• You'll come with 2+ years’ experience across all aspects of human resources within the hospitality industry.

• If you’ve previously opened a hotel that’s a big plus; you’ll need to be comfortable recruiting high volume.

• You’re passionate about bringing out the best in other people and are full of ideas you want to try in achieving that goal.

• Experience dealing with legal and performance issues.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• The opportunity to work with an exciting new hospitality concept in Hamburg 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.

• Great discounts across the entire Ennismore family (which you get to keep even if you decide to leave us!).

• A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.