The Role…
Are you ready to bring your HR expertise to one of the most iconic, luxury coastal destinations in the South West?
An exciting and dynamic opportunity has arisen at The Headland Hotel & Spa for a passionate HR & Recruitment Advisor. Joining our HR team, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our workforce so they can deliver an unforgettable 5-star experience to our guests.
This is a vibrant, hands-on generalist role where no two days are the same!
What You’ll Be Doing…
You’ll be at the very heart of our day-to-day operations, keeping HR running smoothly and acting as a champion for our team. Your day-to-day will include:
HR Hub Leadership: Taking ownership of the day-to-day running of the HR office, including ordering and issuing our hotel uniforms with pride.
Absence & Employee Relations: Overseeing hotel-wide absence management and offering sound, empathetic guidance on Employee Relations matters to support our managers.
Welcoming & Onboarding: Supporting engaging staff inductions to ensure every new starter gets the warmest 5-star welcome.
Nurturing Next-Gen Talent: Leading and mentoring our vibrant Summer Placement and Student Placement cohorts throughout their journeys with us.
Brand Ambassador: Getting out and about! Representing The Headland at external events, recruitment days, and careers fairs to showcase why we are the employer of choice.
Our Ideal Candidate…
We’re looking for a people-person through and through—someone who pairs HR know-how with a genuine passion for hospitality!
Experience: You have around 1–2 years of HR-focused experience and are ready to take that exciting next step in your career.
Qualifications: CIPD qualified (or working towards it) is a great advantage, but your hands-on drive and attitude are what count most!
Skills: Excellent communication, a flair for organisation, and an approachable, proactive mindset.
What We Offer in Return…
A Worksite Like No Other: Work every day with breathtaking ocean views in an iconic 5-star setting.
Work-Life Balance: Standard contract offered is 40 hours over 5 days, Monday to Friday, but we are open-minded! We welcome discussions around flexible working arrangements.
Ready to Join Us?
If you are a motivated HR enthusiast ready to make a real impact in a world-class hospitality environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Perks & Benefits
We believe in rewarding our team with exceptional perks. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:
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Complimentary breakfast, lunch, or dinner provided for all shifts over 6 hours
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On-site parking
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Gym access & weekly swim session
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Complimentary stay after 1 years’ service
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40% off spa products
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25% off spa treatments
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Complimentary meals in each of our restaurants, once a year
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Special rate for Pride of Britain Hotels
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Discounted surf lessons
As well as regular awards and recognition:
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Monthly recognition awards
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Annual festive awards event
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Long service awards dinner
Please note: In line with UK Immigration and Employment Law, proof of ID (Passport, National Identity Card, or Birth Certificate) will be required during the application process.
As a proud EarthCheck partner, we don't just talk about sustainability we live it, embedding world-class environmental management and eco-friendly practices into everything we do. Join a team where sustainability is in our DNA and we are actively shaping the future of responsible hospitality every single day.
