Director Of Human Resources

Director of Human Resources

Azienda : Ihg, L.c. Tipo Lavoro : Full Time Italy JobCopilot will tailor your resume and auto-fill the application

Descrizione Lavoro - Director of Human Resources

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Director of Human Resources will be a key member of the hotel's Executive Committee (ExCom) and will lead the overall People & Culture strategy throughout the pre-opening and operational phases.

The successful candidate will build the Human Resources department from the ground up, recruit and onboard approximately 90-100 employees , implement HR policies and procedures, and create an environment built on trust, respect, inclusion, engagement and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Human Resources strategy during pre-opening and ongoing operations.
• Lead the recruitment campaign for approximately 90-100 colleagues across all hotel departments.
• Develop employer branding initiatives and establish strong partnerships with hospitality schools, universities and recruitment agencies.
• Ensure full compliance with Italian Labour Law, National Collective Labour Agreements (CCNL), employment contracts and all relevant employment jurisprudence.
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary procedures, labour disputes and legal compliance with the highest professional standards.
• Ensure HR processes comply with GDPR and Italian privacy legislation.
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with IHG standards and Italian legislation.
• Lead onboarding, performance management, succession planning, learning and development, talent management and employee engagement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, inclusion, diversity and wellbeing.
• Coach department heads and managers on leadership, employee relations and performance management.
• Oversee payroll administration together with Finance and external payroll providers where applicable.
• Manage the Human Resources operating budget, including payroll planning, recruitment, training and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate HR reporting, workforce planning and organisational development.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous experience as Director of Human Resources or Senior Human Resources Manager within luxury five-star hotels.
• Experience within IHG Hotels & Resorts or another international luxury hotel company is highly desirable.
• Very good spoken and written English and Italian .
• Comprehensive knowledge of Italian Labour Law, employment contracts, collective bargaining agreements (CCNL), labour regulations and employment jurisprudence.
• Excellent understanding of Italian HR compliance and employment legislation.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence, empathy and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build trust, inspire teams and create a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Outstanding leadership, coaching and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities.
• High ethical standards, integrity and absolute confidentiality.
• Strong analytical skills and experience managing HR budgets and KPIs.
• Excellent knowledge of HR Information Systems (HRIS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree or professional HR certification is considered an advantage.
• Eligibility to work in Italy is required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to become part of one of Sicily's most prestigious luxury hotel openings.
• A strategic Executive Committee position within Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and IHG Hotels & Resorts.
• Annual employment contract commencing in September 2026 . Following the successful completion of the initial two-year employment period, the contract may be converted into a permanent employment agreement, subject to performance and business requirements.
• Competitive executive compensation package.
• Professional development and international career opportunities within IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Contract Framework

The successful candidate will be employed under the applicable Italian employment framework. The contractual classification (CCNL Turismo or Dirigenti del Terziario/Turismo) will be determined according to the candidate's experience, qualifications and the level of responsibility associated with the role.

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