Director of Talent and Culture

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As soon as you step inside The Grand Tarabya Managed by Accor, which holds a very special place in Istanbul's history, you will feel the charm of a 100-years-old past, the highest architectural and aesthetic standards, and the splendor inspired by the sparkle of the Bosphorus. From the 4.500 square meter spa area to the panoramic Bosphorus view of 29 residences and 248 rooms, from the magnificent 1.280 square meter ballroom to the restaurants and bars offering an unforgettable gastronomic adventure, The Grand Tarabya Managed by Accor, combines care, elegance, and comfort in every detail. With its doors opening to the Bosphorus, The Grand Tarabya Managed by Accor, will forever hold its place in your memory.

What you will be doing: 

This role will support leaders and colleagues in all elements of the Talent Journey including: Employer Branding, Talent Selection, Induction & Onboarding, Performance Management & Feedback, Colleague Engagement, Learning & Development, Talent Management, Career Management, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Policies & Procedures, Recognition, Compensation & Benefits, Health & Wellness, and Corporate Social Responsibility with the objective of providing business support to all departments through collaboration and coaching.  

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Talent & Culture Department
• Lead and provide support to the Talent & Culture team members
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Be a role model within the hotel and exhibit and practice professional leadership skills, which are fully aligned with our culture, values and pillars
• Promote positive Colleague relations through an environment that encourages open communication, trust, mutual respect, and fun
• The ability to organize, attend and participate in management of employee functions
• Assessing organizational needs, developing aligned Talent & Culture solutions and implement strategies in the areas of employee relations, recruitment, retention administration and Colleague wellness
• Maintain relationships with local schools, colleagues and universities
• Manage and oversee the recruitment process
• Implement retention strategies to fulfill business need objectives
• Support an environment which promotes open ongoing feedback and coaching to bridge gaps for better performance
• Assist Departmental Leaders with the development of specific action plans to address issues and concerns identified in Colleague feedback
• Assist Managers in setting objectives and goals for supervisor and assistant managers
• Support the implementation of Talent & Culture strategies
• Provide advice on employment legislation and developments in labor laws, Employment Standards, Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Communicate Talent & Culture policies and procedures to all leaders and colleagues
• Promote work-life balance to achieve a healthy workforce in each department
• Support the motivation of talent through regular activities through the hotel
• Ensure employee final pay is accurate, timely, and in keeping with legislative requirements
• Complete exit interviews with departing colleagues
• Advance positive employee relations by building effective working relationships with all constituents
• Provide assistance and support with employee relations issues
• Provide support in Colleague coaching and counseling
• Conduct disciplinary meetings when required
• Process and maintain confidential information and properly document information for payroll purposes
• Provide assistance related to employee relations such as direct line committee organization, employee communication, bulletin boards, employee of the month program, employee picnics, parties and general meetings
• Follow and enforce policies and procedures
• Follow all safety policies
• Participate in the departmental financial budgeting and month-end processes
• Assist the team in performing administrative duties within the department
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• 3-5 years of Human Resources Leadership Experience in a hospitality setting;
• Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English;
• Self-Confident and able to communicate easily with all levels of an organization from line colleagues to Executives;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications;
• University degree in a related discipline preferred;
• Strong organizational and leadership skills;
• Highly responsible & reliable with strong sense of urgency;
• Resourceful and ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Up-to-date on T&C trends and practices in the market;
• Ability to create a community which supports a collaborative environment;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with all levels of talent;
• Excellent organization and administrative skills, Ability to multi-task;
• Multicultural awareness and able to work with communities and people from diverse backgrounds;
• Flexible, able to embrace, and respond to change;
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with strong initiative;
• Self-motivated and energetic;

Your team and working environment:
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 Accor’s limitless possibilities.
Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.