Director of Talent & Culture - Dubai

Abu Dhabi National Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dubai seeks a Senior HR Leader with 8-10 years of experience, preferably in luxury hospitality. Key responsibilities include driving Talent & Culture strategy, oversight of recruitment processes, and ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years in senior HR leadership, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• UAE or GCC experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Talent & Culture strategy for the cluster.
• Oversee the recruitment lifecycle across all hotels.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor law and internal policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Development

Employee Engagement

Education

Degree in Human Resources

HR Certification

Job description

ADNH Group

Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) was founded in 1976 as a hotel owner and asset manager and has evolved into a hospitality group that encompasses hotels, restaurants, destination management services, catering and transportation.

Under its Hotels Division, ADNH owns some of the most reputable and recognizable hotels in the Emirate and beyond: The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal; Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas; Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort; Le Meridien Abu Dhabi; Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain; Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi, Corniche; Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai; Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai; JW Marriott Hotel Marina; The Heritage Hotel, Autograph Collection and Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection.

YOUR ACCOUNTABILITY

Strategic Leadership

• Drive the Talent & Culture strategy for the cluster in alignment with brand values, business goals, and group direction.
• Collaborate with the Head of Business Entity and Executive Committees to foster a people-first culture.
• Contribute to the cluster’s strategic planning and budgeting process.

Organizational Development

• Champion a culture of performance, inclusion, accountability, and well-being.
• Lead the design and execution of talent development initiatives, succession plans, and career

mapping across all hotels.

• Support organizational change management and cultural alignment initiatives.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Oversee the recruitment lifecycle to attract top-tier talent across all hotels.
• Ensure a consistent and elevated onboarding experience is delivered for all new employees.
• Build talent pipelines and employer branding strategies in alignment with luxury service expectations.

Learning & Development

• Evaluate and support the rollout of property-specific and cluster-wide training programs.
• Monitor learning impact and ensure all statutory and brand-led training is completed.
• Support leadership development, coaching, and mentoring programs.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a respectful and collaborative workplace through clear communication and fair practices.
• Act as a trusted advisor for conflict resolution, grievance handling, and disciplinary matters.
• Lead cluster-wide engagement strategies and recognition initiatives.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure all Talent & Culture practices are compliant with UAE labor law and internal policies.
• Regularly review and update policies, SOPs, and practices across the cluster.
• Prepare and review reports on turnover, absenteeism, recruitment activity, and performance metrics.

Compensation & Benefits

• Benchmark pay structures and benefits to maintain competitiveness in the luxury hospitality market.
• Oversee payroll processes in coordination with Finance and relevant external providers.

Accommodation & Welfare

• Maintain high standards of living conditions for employees.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and municipality regulations related to staff housing.
• Review occupancy, cost efficiency, and employee satisfaction levels regularly.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Minimum 8–10 years in a senior HR leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• UAE or GCC experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and employee relations practices.
• Proven ability to manage multi-property or regional portfolios.
• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification preferred.