Chief People Officer - International Hospitality Business
Salary : €150,000 - €180,000 basic.
Job Description
Role Overview:
The Chief People Officer (CPO) will be a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all human resources functions for a rapidly expanding international hospitality business with a focus on new openings. The CPO will partner with the executive team to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's growth objectives and foster a high-performance culture.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and execute global HR strategies that support the company's growth and business objectives.
2. Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and development initiatives.
3. Manage employee relations, ensuring a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
4. Lead compensation and benefits programs, including performance management and rewards systems.
5. Advise on organizational structure and design to support operational efficiency.
6. Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
7. Foster a culture of employee engagement and well-being.
8. Collaborate with Managers and Directors to identify and address HR challenges.
9. Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and systems.
Qualifications:
10. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
11. Proven track record as a senior HR professional in a fast-paced, international hospitality business.
12. Deep understanding of HR best practices and trends.
13. Understanding of the Hospitality environment, challenges and needs
14. Must have worked at group level or in a multi-site capacity
15. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across the organization.
16. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
17. Experience leading global HR teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Desired Skills:
18. Experience in talent acquisition and development for hospitality roles.
19. Knowledge of HR technology and systems.
20. Experience with openings is required (hotels and restaurant).
21. English fluency
22. Other languages a plus.
The group is a top operator in Europe. As well as the day-to-day needs, they have multiple international developments in the pipeline, you will be required to oversee the correct implementation of procedures, development of the correct HR practice, recruitment and integration of teams (and more) for the new openings.