People & Culture Manager at PULLMAN

PULLMAN; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pullman Hamilton in Hamilton, NZ, is seeking a People & Culture Manager to lead the pre-opening P&C strategy and build a strong Heartist culture aligned with Pullman and Accor values. You will partner with leaders on employee relations, performance and workforce matters while driving learning and development initiatives across the hotel.

Lead engagement, wellbeing and retention programs and ensure compliance with NZ employment legislation and internal People & Culture processes to create an

Qualifications

• Proven People & Culture or HR leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of NZ employment legislation and employee relations.
• Experience across recruitment, performance, engagement and learning & development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-opening People & Culture strategy, including workforce planning, recruitment and onboarding.
• Build a strong, inclusive and high-performing Heartist culture aligned with Pullman and Accor values.
• Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance, engagement and workforce matters.
• Drive learning, development, succession planning and talent initiatives across the hotel.
• Ensure compliance with New Zealand employment legislation, policies and People & Culture processes.
• Lead engagement, wellbeing, recognition and retention initiatives that strengthen the employee experience.

Skills

People & Culture leadership

HR leadership

Employee relations

Recruitment

Job description

People & Culture Manager at Pullman in Hamilton, N, NZ

Company Description

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations across 110 countries. While each brand has its own distinct personality, they share one ambition: to continually innovate, challenge the status quo and create meaningful experiences for guests and Heartists alike. Pullman Hamilton is set to redefine premium hospitality in the heart of the Waikato. Opening in 2027, this landmark property will bring Pullman's contemporary style, energetic spirit and premium guest experience to New Zealand's fourth largest and fastest-growing city - creating a destination where business, leisure and lifestyle connect seamlessly. Featuring 191 elegantly designed guestrooms, a signature restaurant and bar, executive lounge, ballroom and event studios, and a dedicated wellbeing floor, Pullman Hamilton will become a leading destination for travellers, corporates and the local community.

Job Description

Lead the pre-opening People & Culture strategy, including workforce planning, recruitment and onboarding.

Build a strong, inclusive and high-performing Heartist culture aligned with Pullman and Accor values.

Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance, engagement and workforce matters.

Drive learning, development, succession planning and talent initiatives across the hotel.

Ensure compliance with New Zealand employment legislation, policies and People & Culture processes.

Lead engagement, wellbeing, recognition and retention initiatives that strengthen the employee experience.

Qualifications

Proven People & Culture or Human Resources leadership experience, ideally within hospitality.

Strong knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and employee relations.

Experienced across recruitment, performance, engagement and learning and development.

Collaborative, approachable and confident working with leaders and employees at all levels.

Pre-opening or large-scale recruitment experience highly regarded.

Full working rights in New Zealand.

Additional Information

Play a key leadership role in one of Waikato's most exciting hotel openings.

Build the culture and People & Culture foundations of Pullman Hamilton from the ground up.

Access to Accor's Learn Your Way development programs and global career pathways.

• Incredible Accor Heartist benefits, including discounted accommodation and dining worldwide.

Accor is an equal opportunity employer.

We endeavor to select, place, train, and promote the best qualified individuals based upon job-related factors such as ability, work quality, suitability, experience, and potential.