HR Executive

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hotel in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced HR Executive. This role involves recruitment, payroll oversight, and employee development. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years HR experience and strong communication skills. Join a vibrant team committed to creating exceptional guest experiences in a newly refurbished environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

On-the-job training

Access to digital learning platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in an HR officer or advisory role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Confident communicator with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support stakeholders with recruitment and onboarding.
• Oversee payroll compliance and management.
• Identify L&D needs and coordinate training.

Skills

Confident communication

Multi-task management

Knowledge of UK Employment Legislation

HR officer experience

Education

Qualification in Human Resources

Job description

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh is seeking an experienced, autonomous self-starter and charismatic HR Executive. Located in the heart of Scotland's vibrant capital, our hotel provides unbeatable access to must-see landmarks. Embracing our Gen-U ethos, our team collaborates to create authentic experiences for guests, enhanced by the recent refurbishment of key areas within the hotel.

You will report to the portfolio HR Manager and the Hotel General Manager, supporting and working towards providing practical, consisten and proactive business partnering support and advice to business stakeholders on the employment lifecycle, in accordance with procedure, policy, best practise and employment legislation in line with the objectives of the business.

The HR Executive Is Responsible For

• Recruitment and Onboarding: supporting stakeholders with recruitment, promotion of employer branding, managing onboarding, offboarding and probation periods
• Payroll: Oversees end to end payroll processing, compliance and management for the hotel
• Learning and Development: Identifies L&D needs, coordinates & facilitates training courses, manages associated administration and reporting within the LMS
• Annual Activities: Supports with Compensation activities, the performance appraisal process, and culture and engagement practises
• Administration and Compliance: Maintains HR databases, supports reward and benefits, ensures compliance and conducts internal audits to maintain HR standards
  
  

To be successful in the role of HR Executive we require:

• A confident communicator, able to clearly communicate with all levels of stakeholders, internal and external
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and responsibilities efficiently
• Up to date knowledge of UK Employment Legislation
• Minimum 2-3 years in an HR officer or advisory role
• It would be advantageous to have experience in a hotel or service-related industry
• Has or is working towards a qualification in Human Resources would be advantageous, not essential if relevant industry experience is demonstrated
  
  

Working with Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh provides the following benefits to you:

• The opportunity to be apart of a property re-opening, putting your mark on the culture alongside the Hotel General Manager
• Genuine career development within the business
• Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform
  
  

About Us

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection is a brand of The Ascott Limited.

At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives.

A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.

Employer: Jupiter Hotels Holdings Limited

Trading as: Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection, managed by The Ascott Limited

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