Director of Talent and Culture

Company: The Fairmont Hotel
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Company DescriptionSituated atop the scenic bluffs overlooking Santa Monica Beach, Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is just a stone's throw away from some of Southern California's best attractions including Santa Monica Pier and its historic carousel as well as Third StreetPromenade -- famous for its fine restaurants, live entertainment, movie theatres, shopping, local artists' scene and a weekly farmer's market.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit
• Pay Rate: $175,000-$200,000USDGross annually
  Job DescriptionReporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
  • Exemplify and lead the Company Service and Brand Culture initiatives
  • Act as the Strategic Business Partner and functional Subject Matter Expert to Senior Hotel Leadership
  • Align and execute Talent & Culture activities to Employee Value Proposition and Strategic plan
  • Oversee talent & culture initiatives, acting as a liaison between corporate office and hotel
  • Collaborate with corporate Talent & Culture function on key programs/initiatives
  • Lead and oversee the day to day operation of the Talent & Culture Department
  • Lead labor relations initiatives
  • Promote positive employee relations, overall employee experience, and drive employee engagement through an environment that encourages open communication, trust, mutual respect, and fun
    Qualifications
    • 7 - 10 years' experience as a Director, Talent & Culture/Human Resources (in both union and non-union settings)
    • Passionate about promoting company values and creating programming that supports a positive workplace culture
    • Previous experience leading multiple/clustered properties
    • Collaborative team player, with excellent influencing skills with the ability to build relationships easily amongst various stakeholder groups
    • Solid understanding of U.S. employment laws, including California State Law
    • University/College degree in a related discipline, or combination of education and experience
    • Proven success in leading strategic initiatives that positively impact hotel KPIs
      Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
      
      We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
      
      Why work for Accor?
      
      We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are, and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
      
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