Director of Human Resources-Six Senses Wadi Safar (New Hotel Opening)

Duties
and Responsibilities

As Director
of Human Resources, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient
operation of the Human Resources department to provide exceptional products
and services within brand operating standards. In conjunction with
the General Manager and other executives, I will be a key participant in setting
the strategic direction of the property. I will be joining this hotel during
the pre-opening phase and therefore the initial months will be focused
on preparing the hotel for opening, after which the role will evolve to support
the smooth running of the open hotel.  

The duties
and responsibilities will include:

style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Strategically partner the General Manager across
the full HR spectrum
• Set up and oversee
  the entire HR department on property, including managing the HR team, preparing
  and implementing the resort’s human resources and manpower plan, managing the HR
  budget (including benefits and payroll), recruitment, performance, talent
  and succession planning, training and induction, host engagement and labor
  relations.
• Lead on the HR-related
  pre-opening activities until the hotel is open, including activating the HR
  critical path, guiding the General Manager and hotel Executive Committee on all
  HR matters, and recruitment.
• Oversee
  recruitment, succession planning and career development plans, conduct host
  satisfaction surveys and formulation of corrective action, arrange periodic host
  meetings and awards, champion the performance management system (G&O),
  analyze host turnover statistics and trends, ensure job descriptions
  are up-to-date and relevant and maintain confidential host files.
style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Conduct periodic salary and benefits surveys
and make recommendations to remain competitive and in line with local prevailing
statutes.
• Be responsible for Host
  facilities, Host restaurant, Host committee, careers fairs and other activities
  as required.
• Champion the social
  and environmental activities in coordination with the Sustainability Manager
  and coordinate with the identified organizations to carry out all planned social
  responsibility initiatives.
• Continually
  focus on talent management for our hotel and for Six Senses.
style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Constantly assess training and human resources
practices to remain relevant and effective.
• Establish and deliver pre-established financial returns related to revenue
  generation, profitability and ROIC.
• Operate
  the property consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements
  and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security
  and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards. Ensure host
  management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed
  and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.
style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Proven results in senior HR roles within luxury
hotels (5 years + ), with proven experience in Saudi Arabia. style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Hotel pre-opening and Training experience
preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in human
  resources, Communications or Business Management or equivalent
  experience.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft
  Computer programs; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc., and Human Resources/payroll
  systems. ADP/Timesaver experience preferred.
• Professional HR designation (PHR, SPHR or other) preferred.
style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Fluent in English and Arabic style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Must have the right to work in Saudi Arabia
and knowledge of local labour legislation and HR landscape.