People and Capability Specialist

The Hobson Cambridge by Adina; Otley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days leave

Discounts on accommodation and dining

Health insurance

Wellbeing support

Learning and development

Brand discounts

Networking opportunities

Job summary

TFE Hotels seeks a People & Capability Specialist to coordinate HR, administration, and payroll across UK hotel locations. You will manage contracts, HR data, reporting, audits, liaise with authorities and external partners, and support recruitment and onboarding as well as learning initiatives.

Fluency in German and English is preferred, with a service mindset and detail-oriented approach. The role sits at one of our UK hotel locations and offers extensive development opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Commercial vocational training in HR or Hospitality (ideally)
• At least 1 year of experience in HR administration
• Ideally a basic understanding of employment law

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

Service mindset

Attention to detail

German & English

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.