People & Culture Manager

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, is bringing the iconic Delano brand to the UAE for the first time. When Delano South Beach arrived on the Miami scene in 1995, it introduced an entirely fresh take on 5-star luxury and marked the inception of lifestyle hospitality. Delano was celebrated for its blend of timeless elegance, modern design, and vibrant energy; it became the social hub, bringing together the who’s who of the fashion and entertainment world. Guided by the same principles that propelled the original Delano to icon status, Delano Dubai will usher in a new era of sophisticated style and elevated service to the UAE.

Located on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Island, the Delano Dubai resort will boast an array of luxury rooms and suites, four exceptional culinary and mixology experiences, an ocean front swimming pool and a wellness studio. 

Summary:

Reporting directly to the Cluster Director of People & Culture, this role will contribute to the performance of their area by facilitating the hiring and retention of exceptional talent as well as driving HR processes, team member engagement, learning and development, performance and talent management and compliance initiatives within Delano Dubai. 

Responsibilities:

• In this hands-on role, you’ll work closely with the Cluster Director of People & Culture to provide HR support and resources to hotel teams, ensuring alignment with the strategic priorities of the Middle East region. You’ll contribute to creating an outstanding HR service, shaping a dynamic international environment and supporting the company’s future growth.
• You’ll build strong, positive relationships with hotel teams, driving development, efficiency, engagement, and retention to meet the needs of the business.
• As a People & Culture Manager, you will lead the P&C team, setting strategic direction, guiding initiatives, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. You’ll foster a high-performance culture, offering support and mentorship to your team members.
• Your role will also involve ensuring the successful rollout and execution of key People & Culture initiatives, such as organizational design, associate development, performance management, and talent management. Additionally, you will oversee associate relations, compensation planning, and associate marketing to ensure effective and sustainable growth within your teams.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive HR leader ready to shape a thriving, people-centric culture and contribute to the success of a global brand. If you’re ready to make an impact and drive meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.

• Educated to bachelor’s degree level or beyond, ideally in business, human resources management, or a related field, or have equivalent experience.
• Prior experience as a Department Head in a large, fast-paced organisation.
• Fluency in verbal and written English is essential; additional language skills, such as Arabic, would be an advantage.
• Ideally CIPD qualified to Level 7.
• 3-5 years of prior experience as a Manager in People & Culture at a Head of Department (HOD) level, preferably in a similar property.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Previous experience working in a truly global work environment is essential.

What’s In It for You

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture