Senior HR Director, Multi-Hotel Cluster

Kimpton; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 7,500 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cluster HR Director at IHG in Kuwait leads HR strategy across multiple hotels, overseeing Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, Payroll, Government Relations, and HR Operations. The role partners with General Managers to drive people outcomes that support guest experience and business growth.

You will coach senior leaders, shape succession plans, drive engagement, onboarding, and ensure compliance with Kuwaiti Labour Law and IHG policies while building strong ties

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the cluster HR strategy aligned with IHG and business objectives.
• Lead Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, Payroll, Government Relations, and HR Operations across all cluster hotels.
• Coach General Managers and Executive Committees on people management, organisational development, succession planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Oversee annual colleague engagement surveys and implement action plans to improve results.
• Ensure effective onboarding and orientation programs for all new colleagues.
• Develop succession plans and talent pipelines for key positions.
• Ensure compliance with IHG performance management processes and support leadership development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educational institutions, government authorities, recruitment partners, and local communities.

Job description

The Cluster HR Director at IHG in Kuwait leads HR strategy across multiple hotels, overseeing Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, Payroll, Government Relations, and HR Operations. The role partners with General Managers to drive people outcomes that support guest experience and business growth.

You will coach senior leaders, shape succession plans, drive engagement, onboarding, and ensure compliance with Kuwaiti Labour Law and IHG policies while building strong ties