HR Manager

Hodson Bay Hotel has a fantastic opening for a dynamic and passionate Human Resources Manager to join our lovely team.

This full-time, Monday-Friday position involves managing the day-to-day HR operations across the hotel. The HR Manager will oversee all aspects of HR, ensuring the effective implementation of best practices to foster employee engagement, development, and compliance. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the hotel's growth and create a positive workplace environment for our team.

The Hodson Bay Hotel is part of the Hodson Bay Group. With over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, Hodson Bay Group is committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.

Hodson Bay Hotel has been certified a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, and we have also received the 'Excellent Employer 2024' Award from Failte Ireland Employer Excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily activities of the HR department, ensuring smooth operations and a proactive approach to all HR functions.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including advertising, interviewing and selection.
• Continue to build our employer brand within the hospitality industry and local community, to attract and retain top talent.
• Manage the onboarding process to ensure all new team members have a seamless and positive experience.
• Advise and support Heads of Departments in relation to recruitment, coaching and development, performance management and succession planning.
• Maintain regular and open communication with Heads of Department and the wider team.
• Address any employee queries promptly and efficiently.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Drive coaching and development to support career progression and skills enhancement.
• Coordinate and schedule training sessions to meet legal requirements and business needs, including refresher training when necessary.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our team.
• Work closely with Heads of Departments to identify talent and implement personalised career plans.
• Advise and support Heads of Departments through the disciplinary and grievance processes, ensuring adherence to fair procedures and timelines.
• Lead initiatives to continue to build on our positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment.
• Implement and drive health and wellness initiatives in line with the Hodson Bay Group's five pillars of health & wellness.
• Monitor and manage employee absenteeism and implement strategies to reduce absenteeism, and turnover.
• Oversee the offboarding process, ensuring exit interviews are conducted to gather valuable feedback and identify opportunities for improvement in employee retention.
• Ensure compliance with all employee health and safety regulations.
• Any other duties as directed by management.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of senior HR experience in a 4 star hotel or similar setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Irish employment law and hotel industry best practices.
• Fluent in English.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership abilities.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively.
• A qualification in Human Resources Management or a related field, desired.

Why work with us?

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work
• Achieved 'Excellent Employer' (Silver) Award as part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme
• 39 Hour Working Week
• Complimentary use of Hodson Bay Hotel's Gym & Swimming Pool
• Career Development Opportunities
• Meals provided while on Duty
• Free Parking
• Hotel Discounts across the Hodson Bay Group
• Motivational Benefits - Manager of the Quarter etc
• Health & Wellness Programme
• Active Sports & Social Club
• Subsidized staff taxi service - Athlone/Roscommon town

As a member of the Hodson Bay Group, the Hodson Bay Hotel thrives in providing many development opportunities for motivated driven & efficient employee's across all our departments. As a people-centric hotel group, every day we aim to foster a positive team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. We encourage this through mutual respect & trust amongst colleagues.