Director of People & Culture

Hyde Perth is preparing to make its grand debut – bringing the signature Hyde energy to the vibrant heart of Western Australia. This bold and stylish new opening will embody the spirit of the Hyde brand: luxurious yet laidback, sophisticated with a festival soul.

Hyde is embracing an evolved brand identity that is all about a festival vibe with music at its core. Hyde perfectly balances an elevated bohemian-chic aesthetic with a youthful, laidback ambience. The spaces are defined by vibrant colors and are designed to encourage serendipitous connections and new discoveries around every corner.  Hyde is all about the freedom and personal discovery that comes with great music, time with friends and connecting with something bigger

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Director of People & Culture at Hyde Perth, you’ll be the heartbeat of our team – shaping a culture that’s as vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic as the brand itself. This is more than an HR role; it’s about building an environment where individuality is celebrated, creativity is nurtured, and every team member feels empowered to be their best.

You’ll play a pivotal role in our pre-opening journey, setting the tone from day one and helping to attract, develop, and retain top talent who live and breathe the Hyde vibe. If you’re passionate about people, purpose, and progressive hospitality, and you’ve got the vision to bring culture to life, this is your stage.

Main Functions

• Champion Hyde’s people-first culture, ensuring our values are felt and lived throughout the property.
• Lead the full employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to training, development, and career progression.
• Be a culture architect: embed Hyde’s unique identity and values in every team experience, interaction, and touchpoint.
• Build a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team that reflects the creativity and spirit of Hyde.
• Provide strategic guidance to the leadership team on labour planning, workforce strategy, and people operations.
• Partner with department heads to ensure all team members are engaged, motivated, and aligned with business goals.
• Drive learning and development programs that fuel growth, creativity, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage performance management processes with empathy and transparency, championing feedback and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all local employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee wellbeing, recognition, and reward programs that genuinely connect with and support our team.
• Lead the property’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts – from planning activations to driving awareness and advocacy.
• Act as a trusted advisor and advocate for our people, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and empowering workplace for all.

ABOUT YOU

• 5–7 years of progressive HR or People & Culture experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role, ideally within hospitality, lifestyle, or creative industries.
• A hands-on people leader with pre-opening experience and deep understanding of Australian employment law.
•  A true cultural ambassador – you lead with empathy, celebrate individuality, and inspire connection.
• You’re passionate about building strong teams, supporting career growth, and driving business results through people.
• You bring creative solutions to people challenges and approach every situation with integrity and optimism.
• You’re confident, collaborative, and comfortable challenging the norm in the best way possible.
• You’re naturally curious, globally minded, and deeply rooted in community and connection.
• Your humble and open to ideas. We leave our egos at the door and help get it done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• You want to be part of something bigger and have fun along the way

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

• Opportunity to take party in an amazing opening team, Hyde is doing it differently
• The chance to make your mark in a fast-growing Brand
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture
• Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.

Hyde is an equal opportunity employer.  We endeavor to select, place, train, and promote the best qualified individuals based upon job-related factors such as ability, work quality, suitability, experience, and potential.