Director of People & Culture

Sunset Hospitality Group; Roma; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading multinational hospitality group is looking for a strategic Director of People & Culture to oversee HR for two luxury destinations in Milan. This role will implement HR strategies, ensure compliance with Italian labor laws, and take charge of recruitment processes for top hospitality talent. Successful candidates will have 8-10 years of management experience in hospitality, strong knowledge of employment law, and be fluent in both Italian and English. Growth opportunities and discounts across the group's venues are offered.

Servizi

Discounts Across Sunset’s Venues

Career Growth Opportunities

Competenze

• Minimum 8‑10 years of experience in hospitality at a management level, ideally in restaurants and hotels.
• Proven ability to design localized HR policies tailored to regulatory contexts.
• Experience managing legal compliance and administrative HR processes.

Mansioni

• Implement and lead a proactive HR strategy aligned with business goals for both locations.
• Act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning and organizational design.
• Ensure adherence to Italian Labor Law and SHG’s global HR policies.

Conoscenze

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Fluent in Italian and English

Flexible with availability to adapt

Strong working knowledge of Italian employment law

Formazione

Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

Descrizione del lavoro

Sunset Hospitality Group is a leading multinational lifestyle hospitality group, with a wide portfolio encompassing Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Nightclubs, Fitness Centers, and more.

SHG operates over 81 venues in 26 countries with a commitment to deliver authentic and diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together, all around the world.

We are looking for a strategic Director of People & Culture, responsible for implementing and executing the HR strategy across two hospitality destinations in Milan: Palazzo Cordusio and Torre Velasca for both our Hotels & Resorts Division as well as our F&B Division.

This role leads all HR functions including organizational development, strategic workforce planning, compliance, Talent & Acquisition, engagement, culture development and training. The role ensures both properties reflect the brand’s high standards while aligning with Italy’s labor laws and global hospitality best practices.

Main responsibilities

• Implement and lead a proactive, integrated HR strategy aligned with business goals for both locations.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the senior leadership team on workforce planning, organizational design and cultural initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to Italian Labor Law and SHG’s global HR policies.
• Design and implement localized HR policies tailored to Milan’s regulatory and operational context.
• Lead recruitment initiatives for Palazzo Cordusio & Torre Velasca to attract top hospitality talent aligned with luxury service standards.
• Oversee onboarding and induction processes to embed the SHG culture.
• Roll out and execute Performance Management systems to drive accountability & results.
• Promote a positive employee relations climate and handle grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Conduct exit interviews and present trend analysis to leadership.
• Manage insurance, welfare programs and salary structures.
• Design property‑specific training programs and roll out corporate ones.
• Support training initiatives for Italian labor law compliance, brand standards and safety.
• Ensure efficient use of HRIS in the region.
• Supervise Time & Attendance, leave management and payroll coordination.
• Manage legal compliance and administrative processes, including coordination with legal counsel, oversight of work permits and operational efficiency across locations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Hospitality or similar.
• Minimum 8‑10 years of experience in the field of hospitality in a management level (ideally in restaurants and hotels).
• Strong working knowledge of Italian employment law.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Flexible person with availability to adapt.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

• Discounts Across Sunset’s Venues and More: Experience the Sunset lifestyle to the fullest with exclusive discounts at all our venues and beyond.

Career Growth Opportunities: Your professional journey is our priority. Elevate your career with tailored growth opportunities that align with your ambitions.

You can learn more about our company: https : / / www.sunsethospitality.com /