Assistant Director, Talent & Culture

The Assistant Director, Talent & Culture will assist in the daily management of the Talent & Culture office. This role will have a focus on payroll administration, recruitment, engagement, and benefit administration.  The ideal candidate will have an enthusiastic attitude, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a busy environment. 

What Is In It For You: 

• Competitive salary
• Flexible PTO and Benefit plans
• Generous 401k options
• Employee rates at Luxe Accor properties in North and Central America
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within our property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Employee Wellbeing initiatives

What You Will Be Doing:

• Support all Talent & Culture (T&C) related activities and services including; full-cycle recruitment, training, employee relations, performance management, colleague events, health & safety, compensation, benefits and payroll administration.
• Manage the recruitment process, ensuring effective and timely hiring with the ability to think creatively in the recruitment of colleagues and a dedication to selecting the best.
• Stay updated on employment and recruitment trends, develop and implement ideas into the hotel
• Assist departmental leaders in compiling and issuing corrective disciplines
• Act as HR Administrator for payroll and HRIS System, while partnering closely with Payroll Team to execute biweekly payroll
• Manage day to day administration of the T&C Office, ensuring that both internal and external guests are provided with high standards of service and that all T&C core standards are adhered to.
• Champion colleague engagement and culture through organization of colleague social events, recognition and celebrations
• Act as a co-chair for the Health & Safety Committee, and Heartist/Recognition Committee
• Facilitate training programs and have a strong comfort level with public speaking
• Ensure all Accor processes and polices are followed and enforced, including recognition, culture training, health & safety, benefits, ethics and workplace procedures
• Act as an internal consultant to provide coaching and direction on T&C policy, company programs, employee relations, and employment standards.
• Ensure the T&C department complies with all state, corporate, regional and hotel policies and procedures; and governmental regulations pertaining to all colleagues.
• Assist with labor relations and foster positive colleague relations through an environment that encourages open communication, trust and mutual respect.
• Office organization including filing, data entry, reports and system management
• Assume duties of Director, Human Resources in their absence
• Other duties as assigned

Your Skills and Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience as Human Resources Manager, preferably with expertise in the areas of Recruitment and Benefit Administration
• University/College degree or diploma in Human Resources Management, or a combination of equivalent work experience
• Union experience advantageous
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Passionate about quality service and talent based hiring
• Detail oriented, organized, proactive and effective at making decisions
• Able to work in a busy environment with minimal supervision
• Energetic, self-motivated and creative

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Extended periods of sitting, computer and administrative office work
• Occasional standing and walking throughout shifts.
• May occasionally exert up to 10 pounds lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Visa Requirements: Must have proof of valid U.S. work authorization.

Your Team and Working Environment

Fairmont Pittsburgh, a 4 diamond LEED certified luxury hotel, is located at the heart of Pittsburgh’s business, cultural and retail hub.  Fairmont Pittsburgh offers superb and distinctive guest services and accommodations in a luxury setting.

The hotel features a main restaurant, fl.2 which showcases modern American cuisine.  The 185 room property boasts views of PNC Park as well as Mt. Washington, and is in the heart of Pittsburgh’s downtown attractions including the historic Arts & Culture district.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our goal is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.  Accor focuses on an extensive DEI program, which enhances and supports the values of the Group, and are integrated into the global company culture.

Why Work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you are you are and you can find the 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 limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor!

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