Strategic HR Leader - Luxury Resort & Villas

Rotana; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotana Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead the people agenda and align HR practices with brand standards and UAE employment requirements. You will partner with the General Manager and leadership team to drive engagement, organizational effectiveness and operational performance.

The role focuses on strategic HR leadership, workforce planning, talent development and governance across the resort, ensuring exceptional colleague

Qualifications

• Senior HR leadership experience in hotels/resorts, preferably luxury or large-scale operations.
• Solid knowledge of UAE labour legislation and local HR practices.
• Proven track record in manpower planning, recruitment, employee relations and talent development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall HR strategy aligned with the resort's business goals.
• Drive manpower planning, recruitment and talent acquisition to attract and retain talent.
• Manage manpower budgets and support payroll and cost control.
• Champion colleague engagement, welfare, recognition and retention initiatives.
• Drive performance management, succession planning and talent development across the resort.
• Coach and advise Department Heads on employee relations and HR best practices.
• Ensure Rotana HR policies, procedures and standards are consistently applied and compliant with UAE law.
• Oversee welfare and accommodation standards and ensure a positive colleague experience.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development and operations to strengthen internal capability.
• Partner with General Manager and Executive Committee as trusted HR advisor.

Skills

HR leadership

Talent management

Employee relations

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership presence

Education

University degree in HR/Business/Admin/Hospitality

Job description

Rotana Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead the people agenda and align HR practices with brand standards and UAE employment requirements. You will partner with the General Manager and leadership team to drive engagement, organizational effectiveness and operational performance.

The role focuses on strategic HR leadership, workforce planning, talent development and governance across the resort, ensuring exceptional colleague