Senior Human Resources Manager

Highgate Hotels, LP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality management company as a Senior Human Resources Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee various HR functions, ensuring timely staffing and compliance with company policies. You'll manage employee benefits, conduct interviews, and maintain essential HR logs. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will be vital to the success of the organization. If you're passionate about human resources and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of HR experience in hotel or related industry; union experience required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administer insurance benefits and assist with enrollment.
• Conduct prescreening interviews and maintain HR logs.
• Manage employee requests for complimentary room nights.

Skills

HR Management

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

College Coursework

Job description

Senior Human Resources Manager

Requisition ID: 2025-65195

Category: Human Resources

Job Location: US-NY-New York

Property: Westgate NYC Central

Compensation Range: USD $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Compensation Type: Yearly

About Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company, recognized for innovation in the industry. With a portfolio exceeding $20 billion in assets and over $5 billion in revenue, Highgate operates in key markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, Honolulu, and expanding globally. The company offers expertise from planning to disposition, developing bespoke hotel brands, and utilizing proprietary revenue management tools. Offices are located in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Location: New York City, NY

Overview

The Human Resources Manager oversees various HR functions, ensures timely filling of hourly positions, manages paperwork, enforces company policies, and assists with benefits and workers' compensation.

Responsibilities

1. Administer insurance benefits, assist with enrollment, and answer related questions.
2. Compile and distribute review and turnover reports.
3. Enter payroll data and conduct prescreening interviews.
4. Respond to unemployment claims and maintain related logs.
5. Maintain logs for hires, terminations, transfers, and promotions.
6. Audit payroll hours for benefits eligibility.
7. Conduct wage surveys and monitor leave of absence and workers' compensation claims.
8. Answer questions regarding 401K, vacation, and other benefits.
9. Manage employee requests for complimentary room nights.
10. Handle recruitment advertising and paperwork for employee terminations.
11. Maintain advertising and other HR logs.
12. Become certified in HR training modules and ensure compliance with SOPs.
13. Participate in hotel enrichment and orientation programs.
14. Assist with employee events and transportation surveys.
15. Maintain First Aid logs.

Qualifications

1. At least 1 year of progressive HR experience in a hotel or related industry; union experience required.
2. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
3. High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework helpful.
4. Ability to work long hours as needed.
5. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Ability to handle multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate a friendly demeanor.
7. Participation in M.O.D. coverage and hotel meetings as required.
8. Adherence to high standards of appearance and grooming.
9. Ability to evaluate complex information and solve problems effectively.