HR Director

Aqua; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in London is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and develop its HR function. This dynamic role requires a leader with proven hospitality or retail experience, capable of fostering a high-performance culture and aligning HR strategy with business goals. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations and leadership, managing all aspects of HR while ensuring seamless transitions and continuity across initiatives. A passion for making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Benefits

Discounts at all Aqua venues

Take your birthday off

Ongoing training and development

Discounted gym membership

Private Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as HR Director or similar role in hospitality or retail.
• Ability to lead and manage all aspects of HR effectively.
• Passion for developing a high-performing HR function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of HR.
• Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business goals.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR matters.
• Foster a positive, high-performance culture.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Retail experience

Leadership skills

HR strategy alignment

Cultural development

Job description

We are excited to welcome a highly experienced, dynamic and proactive HR Director to lead and further develop our HR function. We are looking for someone keen to contribute to the growth of both the company and the HR function, who is hands on, works closely with operations as a trusted advisor and can take full ownership of the HR function with decisive leadership and confidence. The ideal candidate is passionate about sustaining a high performing HR function while supporting the broader growth of the company. This is a dynamic role for a leader who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact. Hospitality or retail experience is essential. The current HR Director, who is moving on for personal reasons, will provide a thorough handover to ensure a seamless transition and continuity across all HR initiatives. This role reports directly to our Operations Director, works closely with the COO and CFO and plays a vital part in elevating our people. The role is based in London. We are looking for a talented ambitious and passionate individual who is particularly interested in:

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all aspects of HR
• Partnering with leadership to ensure HR strategy aligns with business goals and operational needs
• Providing expert guidance and support to managers and employees across all HR matters
• Fostering a positive, high performance culture that reflects the company's values and growth ambitions
• Continuously reviewing and enhancing HR policies, processes and practices

Where are we located? Our Head Office is in Borough (5 min walk from Borough market).

Benefits

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Private Health Insurance

If you are already a trusted advisor to a dynamic successful management team and hungry to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Dive into our world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine. Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Join one of the world's leading and award-winning hospitality groups with outlets featured in the Michelin Guide. The group currently has restaurants in London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami and Dubai. We currently have 28 venues globally, 7 of which are in London, with 2 more exciting openings to come in London within the next 5 months and 2 new outlets in the Far East. Notwithstanding the challenging conditions in the UK hospitality industry, we remain in a strong position to grow in the UK and globally.