Director of Human Resources

The Fota Collection are currently recruiting for a Director of Human Resources. This is a senior role as part of the Leadership Team covering all aspects of human resources for the businesses.As Director of Human Resources, you will shape and lead all aspects of people strategy across our luxury hotel group, ensuring our workforce reflects the highest standard of hospitality excellence. You will partner with executive leadership to cultivate a culture of warmth, service, and operational performance. Your role will include designing and executing HR initiatives that attract, engage, develop and retain exceptional talent in a sophisticated and fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the group's vision, brand values and business objectives, elevating our reputation as an employer of choice in the luxury hospitality sector.Oversee recruitment, selection and onboarding of leadership, management and frontline teams, ensuring the highest calibre of talent across departments (e.g., guest services, food & beverage, operations, housekeeping, spa/wellness).Lead performance management, talent development and succession planning initiatives to build a high-performing workforce capable of delivering outstanding guest experiences.Drive learning and development programmes tailored to a luxury hotel context, enabling staff to excel at a five-star service standard and to progress in their careers.Manage employee engagement, recognition and retention strategies that foster a positive work culture, enhance morale and reduce turnover across all properties.Ensure compliance with Irish employment law and best-practice HR policies, including all areas of reward, benefits, labour relations, diversity & inclusion, and wellbeing.Provide strategic and operational support to General Managers and departmental heads on all HR matters, acting as a trusted advisor and business partner.Monitor and report on HR metrics and trends (e.g., staff turnover, training hours, employee satisfaction) to drive continuous improvement and inform decision-making.Represent the hotel group's values and employer brand externally and internally, supporting our positioning as a premier workplace in the hospitality industry.Essential Skills & Experience:Proven senior HR leadership experience within luxury hospitality or premium service sectors, ideally within a multi-property environment.Strong commercial acumen, able to link people strategy to business outcomes and profitability in a hospitality setting.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships in a diverse workforce.Experience in designing and delivering high-impact learning initiatives and leadership development programmes.Sound knowledge of Irish employment legislation, best-practice HR frameworks and modern people-management approaches.Demonstrated expertise in managing change, fostering culture, and driving employee engagement in dynamic service organisations.A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work proactively across functions and contribute to the executive leadership team.Candidate Profile:Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalentCIPD Membership10 Years experience in HR roles with at least 3 at senior levelSignificant knowledge and experience in Organisational development, Change Management, Employment LawExcellent communication, influencing and leadership skillsExcellent coaching, facilitating and problem-solving skills