JOB SUMMARY
The Portsmouth Marriott Hotel is looking for an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Manager!
This is an exciting opportunity to lead all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, employee relations, learning and development, engagement, and HR compliance. Working closely with managers across the hotel, you will drive a positive workplace culture, support business objectives, and help develop talented teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
We are looking for a passionate HR Manager wanting to deliver a first-class employee experience at the world leading hospitality company Portsmouth Marriott Hotel. Located near famous landmarks such as the Spinnaker Tower has a range of amenities including: Cast Iron Bar & Grill, our signature restaurant and fitness centre.
The Portsmouth Marriott Hotel provides exceptional, personal, and friendly service whilst catering to a variety of guests.
The Impact You'll Make
As Human Resources Manager, you'll champion Marriott's people-first culture and play a key role in shaping an engaged, inclusive and high-performing workplace. Partnering closely with the General Manager and leadership team, you'll drive the hotel's people strategy, ensuring associates feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.
You'll be a trusted advisor across all areas of HR, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on operational support to deliver exceptional associate experiences and support business success.
As the HR Manager you will…
- Lead and deliver the hotel's HR strategy in line with business objectives and company standards
- Act as the primary HR advisor to managers on employee relations, performance and people matters
- Manage recruitment, onboarding and talent acquisition across all departments
- Drive associate engagement, wellbeing and recognition initiatives
- Lead learning, development and succession planning programmes
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies and HR best practice
- Oversee HR systems, reporting, payroll administration and people metrics
- Coach and develop managers to build engaged and high-performing teams
- Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture where associates can thrive
A successful HR Manager is someone who…
- Is an experienced HR professional with strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- A confident advisor with excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience managing employee relations cases independently
- A proactive and organised approach with strong attention to detail
- Passion for developing people and creating positive workplace cultures
- CIPD Level 5 or above (desirable)
- Hospitality or service industry experience (desirable)
In return for your hard work, the HR Manager will receive…
- Team-spirited co-workers and supportive leadership
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Meals on duty
- Free access to the hotel gym.
- Global hotel discounts for you, your friends, and family
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Benefits platform
- Free Carparking
Given the current climate, we operate a Covid-19 safe space, with all correct PPE and social distancing rules followed, along with hotel and departmental Covid-19 risk assessments in place. Thank you for taking the time to consider this job vacancy, we look forward to reviewing your application.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
