Head of Human Resources and Culture

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom De Vere Ltd. Full time
About the Opportunity

De Vere Ltd. is seeking a skilled Director of HR and Workplace Excellence to join our team at Wokefield Estate. This exciting opportunity allows you to shape and lead the HR function in a unique and vibrant setting.

As the Director of HR and Workplace Excellence, you will oversee strategic activities to manage payroll costs, drive recruitment, focus on compliance, learning and development, and employee engagement. Your goal will be to foster a positive workplace culture that aligns with the hotel's goals and objectives.

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing HR strategies, managing payroll costs, leading recruitment efforts, fostering a positive workplace culture, and collaborating with senior colleagues and managers to drive HR best practices.

About You

We are looking for an experienced HR professional with a passion for the hospitality industry. The successful candidate will have previous HR management experience within a large or multi-site hotel, hospitality, events, care, or retail environment. They should possess a forward-thinking personality, with an intuitive, highly organized, and strategic approach. A confident and knowledgeable approach to HR best practices is essential for this role.

The ideal candidate will have;
  • Proven experience in HR management within a similar industry.
  • A strong understanding of HR best practices and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to influence senior colleagues and managers through effective communication.

About the Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is £55k - £60k per annum, plus a Bonus Incentive Scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 20% of salary based on business performance. We also offer BUPA Private Medical Insurance, Enhanced Company Pension Scheme, free meals, use of the hotel's gym facilities, 33 days holiday each year, and more.

This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate will be required to work on site at Wokefield Estate. Paid travel to other De Vere properties may be required from time to time.

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