Talent & Culture Executive

Careers at UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Talent & Culture Executive to lead recruitment and manage the on-boarding of new hires. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar HR role within a 5-star hotel and possess excellent organizational skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar HR role is desirable within a 5 star hotel.
• Post secondary school education.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment process from sourcing resumes to issuing contracts.
• Ensure that the on-boarding process is completed for all new hires.
• Conduct interviews and reference checks for level 1-4 positions.
• Ensure job descriptions and org charts are up to date and filed.
• Maintain new hire documents in electronic and physical files and ensure Code of Ethics compliance.
• Use recruitment tools to post jobs and renew contracts.
• Coordinate with Accommodation Manager for rooms and pickups for international arrivals.
• Conduct T&C induction and reference checks for levels 1–4.

Skills

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Ability to multi-task

Education

Post secondary school education

Job description

Talent & Culture Executive

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

The Position

Under the guidance of the Talent & Culture Manager/DHR to lead recruitment activities for Sofitel Abu Dhabi and to ensure that best practices are followed at all time.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead recruitment process: from sourcing resumes and conducting interviews to issuing contracts, corresponding with applicants, updating applicants’ status with departments and ensuring procedures are documented.
• Ensure that on-boarding process is completed for all new hires: visa application, residence visa application, ID cards, bank accounts etc.
• Initiate the process of Medical, Emirate ID and residence visa.
• Ensure that all job descriptions, organizational chart and forms are up to date and saved.
• Ensure that all new hire documents are in the employee’s file (electronic & physical copies).
• Ensure that all new joiners have signed Code of Ethics and Human Rights Policy in line with Accor policy.
• Use various recruitment tools to post and attract best talent i.e. LinkedIn, external platform (if necessary), recruitment agencies and to be responsible for annual renewal of the contracts.
• Liaise with the Accommodation Manager for rooms allocation and pick up for international arrivals.
• Conduct T&C induction for new joiners.
• Conduct interviews and reference checks for level 1-4 positions.
• Send out weekly arrivals update to the Department.
• Maintain and update notice board with regards to recruitment and vacancies.
• Conduct INES recruitment trainings to all Managers.
• Assist colleagues with their day to day queries and questions.
• Ensure that monthly engagement activities take place and assists the T&C Coordinator arrange and coordinate these events / meeting.
• Any other adhoc requests by Talent & Culture Manager / Director of Talent & Culture

Occasional Responsibilities

• Assist with creative poster campaigns and all events organized by the T&C Department.
• Assists in organizing monthly engagement activities with the team

General Responsibilities

• Promote efficiency, confidence, courtesy and high standard of social skills.
• Promote and ensure good inter-departmental relations.
• Display a pleasant manner and positive attitude at all times and promote a good company image to guests and colleagues.
• Demonstrate pride in the workplace and personal appearance at all times when representing the hotel thus identifying a high level of commitment
• Adhere to Sofitel Abu Dhabi rules and regulations at all times

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar HR role is desirable within a 5 star hotel
• Post secondary school education
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to multi-task

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

In 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the culture

Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.