People and Culture Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to join our People & Culture team. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, this role will support the execution of the resort's people strategy while overseeing key HR operations across the employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Director of People & Culture in delivering the resort's People & Culture strategy and objectives.
• Partner with department heads on manpower planning, recruitment, talent development, and organisational effectiveness.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and succession planning processes.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, recognition programmes, and action plans arising from team member surveys.
• Support learning and development initiatives, leadership development programmes, and career progression opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Labour Law, company policies, and Minor Hotels standards.
• Oversee visa coordination, accommodation standards, employee welfare programmes, and related team member services.
• Monitor HR metrics, payroll processes, and workforce planning to support operational requirements.
• Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes engagement, inclusion, development, and high performance.
• Act as a trusted partner to operational leaders, providing guidance and support on all people‑related matters.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a People & Culture Manager, Assistant Director of HR, or senior HR professional within a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and hospitality HR practices.
• Proven experience in recruitment, employee relations, engagement, learning and development, and performance management.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for creating exceptional team member experiences and developing future talent.