Executive HR Leader - Luxury Hospitality at Iconic Hotel

Hilton; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Waldorf Astoria New York, part of Hilton, seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic people leadership at a luxury NYC hotel. You will lead HR strategy, talent acquisition, training, and compliance, ensuring exceptional service and guest experiences.

You’ll partner with leadership to optimize labor costs, drive succession planning, and foster a high-performing team in a historic brand known for light and warmth.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and operations aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning to attract top talent.
• Develop training, performance evaluations, and succession planning.
• Advise on employee relations, conflict resolution, and labor contract compliance.
• Establish HR policies and compliance with employment laws and safety regulations.
• Manage HR budget and support hotel operations.
• Drive engagement and retention through recognition and development.

Job description

Waldorf Astoria New York, part of Hilton, seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic people leadership at a luxury NYC hotel. You will lead HR strategy, talent acquisition, training, and compliance, ensuring exceptional service and guest experiences.

You’ll partner with leadership to optimize labor costs, drive succession planning, and foster a high-performing team in a historic brand known for light and warmth.