Human Resources Manager – Branded Hotel, Brighton – Brighton

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Brighton; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the people function at a branded hotel in Brighton. You will own the full employee lifecycle and work with the General Manager and department heads to foster a strong, engaged team culture.

On-site role with a hands-on approach, balancing daily HR operations with longer-term initiatives that drive hotel performance and guest experience. UK employment law knowledge and CIPD level 5+ are required.

Qualifications

• Proven HR management experience within a hotel or branded hospitality environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice.
• CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable building relationships at all levels.
• Confident handling complex employee relations cases independently.
• Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a genuine passion for hospitality and people.
• Familiarity with branded hotel standards and systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR point of contact for the General Manager and all Heads of Department.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, brand standards, and internal HR policies.
• Lead recruitment activity to attract and retain talent in a competitive Brighton hospitality market.
• Coach and support line managers on people management best practice.
• Drive employee engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives across the hotel.
• Oversee HR administration, payroll liaison, and HRIS data accuracy.
• Manage training and development plans, including brand and compliance training.
• Support workforce planning and headcount budgeting.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the hotel.

Skills

HR management experience

UK employment law knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Organisational skills

Hospitality mindset

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

HR Manager – Branded Hotel, Brighton

Location: Brighton

Salary:Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an experienced and personable HR Manager to lead the people function at a branded hotel in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on HR professional to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle at a single, vibrant property, working closely with the General Manager and Heads of Department to build a strong, engaged team culture.

You’ll be a visible, trusted presence on‑site, balancing day‑to‑day operational HR with longer‑term initiatives that support the hotel’s performance and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR point of contact for the General Manager and all Heads of Department
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, brand standards, and internal HR policies
• Lead recruitment activity to attract and retain talent in a competitive Brighton hospitality market
• Coach and support line managers on people management best practice
• Drive employee engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives across the hotel
• Oversee HR administration, payroll liaison, and HRIS data accuracy
• Manage training and development plans, including brand and compliance training
• Support workforce planning and headcount budgeting
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the hotel

Requirements

• Proven HR management experience within a hotel or branded hospitality environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice
• CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable building relationships at all levels
• Confident handling complex employee relations cases independently
• Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills in a fast‑paced environment
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a genuine passion for hospitality and people
• Familiarity with branded hotel standards and systems is an advantage

Job Tenure: Permanent