Human Resources Manager : Branded Hotel, Brighton

TipTopJob; Brighton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the people function for a branded hotel in Brighton, balancing day-to-day HR operations with strategic initiatives that drive guest experience and performance.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, performance, ER matters, payroll liaison, and compliance with UK employment law, partnering with the General Manager to build an engaged, diverse team across the on-site operation.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR point of contact for the General Manager and 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

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 hotels 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