Senior HR Director – Hospitality & People Strategy

Highgate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Highgate Hotels L.P. in New York seeks a Complex Director of Human Resources to lead HR operations across a portfolio of Midtown Manhattan properties. You will guide staffing, policies, compliance, and employee relations to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence.

This role requires a seasoned HR leader with 5+ years in hospitality, strong budget and program management, and a focus on development, safety, and regulatory compliance across multiple hotels.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience in hotels or related industry.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Familiarity with employment laws.
• Willing to work long hours.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise HR staff.
• Prepare and maintain HR budget.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Maintain employee benefits programs and compensation structures.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee safety programs and loss prevention SOPs.
• Coach and develop HR staff for career progression.

Skills

HR experience

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Employment laws

Education

4-year college degree

2-year college degree

Job description

Highgate Hotels L.P. in New York seeks a Complex Director of Human Resources to lead HR operations across a portfolio of Midtown Manhattan properties. You will guide staffing, policies, compliance, and employee relations to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence.

This role requires a seasoned HR leader with 5+ years in hospitality, strong budget and program management, and a focus on development, safety, and regulatory compliance across multiple hotels.