People and Capability Specialist

The Hobson Cambridge by Adina; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days of annual leave

Worldwide discounts on accommodation &

Additional health insurance benefits

Support for fitness and wellbeing

Extensive learning and development…

Access to more than 1,500 brand…

Networking & exchange opportunities

Job summary

The Hobson Cambridge by Adina is seeking a People & Capability Specialist to be the central point of contact for HR, payroll and administration across our UK hotel locations. You will support recruitment, onboarding and learning initiatives while bringing structure to complex processes.

Offer includes 30 days leave, extensive discounts, health insurance and development opportunities. You must have commercial HR/Hospitality training and at least 1 year of HR administration experience, plus

Qualifications

• Commercial vocational training, ideally in HR or Hospitality.
• At least 1 year of experience in HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for HR, payroll, and administrative matters
• Prepare and maintain employment contracts and HR documentation
• Manage HR data, reporting, and quality assurance, including audits
• Liaise with authorities, health insurance providers, and external stakeholders
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes
• Contribute to learning, engagement, and broader HR initiatives
• Participate in projects and help improve HR processes

Skills

HR administration

German language

English language

Attention to detail

Education

Commercial vocational training in HR or Hospitality

Job description

Become our People & Capability Specialist

Do you love HR, keep track of deadlines and details, and make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes? At the same time, do you have a strong understanding of people and know that engaged teams make all the difference?

As the central point of contact for HR, administration, and payroll matters, you will work closely with our teams and external partners, bringing structure to complex processes.

In addition, you will support recruitment and onboarding activities, contribute to learning and engagement initiatives, and actively participate in HR projects.

Important: Your workplace will be at one of our hotel locations in UK.

Your Role

• Serve as the main point of contact for HR, payroll, and administrative matters


• Prepare and maintain employment contracts and HR documentation


• Manage HR data, reporting, and quality assurance, including audits


• Liaise with authorities, health insurance providers, and external stakeholders


• Support recruitment and onboarding processes


• Contribute to learning, engagement, and broader HR initiatives


• Participate in projects and help improve HR processes

You're a Great Fit If You...

• Are passionate about HR and have a strong service mindset


• Work in a structured and detail-oriented way


• Ideally have a basic understanding of employment law


• Communicate confidently in both German and English


• Have a hands-on attitude and enjoy getting involved

What You'll Bring

• Commercial vocational training, ideally in HR or Hospitality


• At least 1 year of experience in HR administration

What You Can Expect at TFE Hotels

• 30 days of annual leave


• Worldwide discounts on accommodation and dining, including for family and friends


• Additional health insurance benefits


• Support for fitness and wellbeing


• Extensive learning and development opportunities, both internally and externally, including international programs


• Access to more than 1,500 brand discounts through Corporate Benefits


• Networking and exchange opportunities across the TFE Hotels group

TFE Hotels Connects Hotels, Teams and Opportunities

With more than 20 hotels and brands including Adina Apartment Hotel, Adina Serviced Apartments, A by Adina, MM:NT, The Hobson by Adina, and The Wellington by Adina, we are shaping the future of European hospitality and setting new standards for stylish extended-stay living. We encourage initiative, creativity, and professional development. With us, you can grow, contribute new ideas, and gain international experience. Our culture is warm, approachable, and authentic, creating an atmosphere that is felt by both guests and team members alike.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or physical and mental abilities. Diversity and inclusion are integral parts of our company culture at Adina.