Recruitment Manager - Regent Santa Monica Beach

RE - Santa Monica Beach (SMOOA); Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k plan

Employee meals

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, seeks a Recruitment Manager to lead full-cycle recruitment for all departments of the resort. You will partner with department heads to source, screen, hire, onboard, and promote employer branding that reflects our luxury service culture.

Reporting to P&C leadership, you will manage multiple priorities, maintain high-touch candidate communication, and ensure compliance with policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, preferably in hospitality or luxury service environments.
• College degree preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for hourly, management, and specialty roles.
• Partner with department leaders to define staffing needs and candidate profiles.
• Create, post, and maintain job descriptions across platforms.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, coordinate interviews.
• Maintain high-touch candidate communication and experience.
• Oversee reference and background checks and pre-employment requirements.
• Track recruitment metrics and labor-market trends.
• Represent the resort’s culture and employer brand online and at events.
• Organize career fairs and hiring events; support onboarding.
• Ensure new hires complete orientation and training programs.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Interviewing techniques

Talent pipeline development

Relationship building

Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk‑in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks.

Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award‑winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state‑of‑the‑art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com.

Job Summary:

The Recruitment Manager is responsible for leading the full‑cycle recruitment process for all departments within the resort, ensuring the highest standards of talent acquisition aligned with luxury hospitality expectations. This role oversees sourcing, screening, hiring, onboarding, and employer branding initiatives. The Recruitment Manager partners closely with department heads and HR leadership to ensure the resort attracts and retains exceptional talent who embody our service culture.

A little bit about your day:

Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment for all hourly, management, and specialty roles.
• Partner with department leaders to define staffing needs and ideal candidate profiles.
• Create, post, and maintain job descriptions across approved platforms.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and coordinate department interviews.
• Maintain high‑touch, luxury‑level candidate communication and experience.
• Oversee reference checks, background checks, and pre‑employment requirements.
• Track key recruitment metrics, including time‑to‑fill and applicant flow.
• Build and maintain partnerships with hospitality schools and community organizations.
• Represent the resort’s culture and employer brand across digital platforms and job boards.
• Lead by example embody our service behaviors and Forbes standards.
• Organize and participate in career fairs, hiring events, and school outreach.
• Facilitate seamless onboarding, including pre‑arrival communication and first‑day coordination.
• Ensure new hires are integrated into orientation and training programs.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, state regulations, and industry standards.
• Keep accurate applicant records within the ATS and monitor workflow efficiency.
• Provide hiring insights and labor‑market trends to P&C leadership.
• Support workforce planning and collaborate with leaders to ensure consistent hiring practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on recruitment strategy for the P&C department.
• Assist and participate in all P&C activities as needed.

What we need from you:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in recruitment, preferably within hospitality or luxury service environments.
• College degree preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and processes is required.
• Strong understanding of full‑cycle recruitment, interviewing techniques, and talent pipeline development.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and Canva.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Open to task force at other IHG properties across the U.S. to support career development and operational needs.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and when major city‑wide events or pacing require.

What you can expect from us:

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time‑off, wellness and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, complimentary parking, employee cafeteria meals, and many other benefits to eligible colleagues. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to be yourself.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled.