- Full-Time
- Permanent
- People & Culture
- ACCOR
__jobinformationwidget.freetext.LocationText__
Novotel Sydney City Centre, Sydney, Australia
__jobinformationwidget.freetext.ExternalReference__
REF81555O
Portfolio Director of People & Culture
Region
MEA SPAC
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are, and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. 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.
Are you an experienced People & Culture leader ready to shape the future of hospitality talent across a diverse and vibrant portfolio?
We are seeking a passionate and strategic Portfolio Director of People & Culture to lead the people agenda across 11 hotels, spanning 4 states and in 4 distinct brands within the renowned Accor network.
About the Role
As the Portfolio Director of People & Culture, you will be instrumental in driving and executing the People Strategy for our portfolio. Working closely with hotel General Managers, Executive Committee and senior hotel leaders, you’ll provide strategic leadership and day-to-day guidance to support over 400 team members, ensuring their development, engagement, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Direction: Develop and execute a portfolio-wide People strategy, aligned with Accor's People & Culture direction and Heartist values, ensuring all team members feel empowered to pioneer the art of responsible hospitality
- Leadership Coaching & Support: Partner with GMs and Department Heads to coach, develop, and uplift leadership capability and team performance across all operational and functional areas of the business
- Talent & Workforce Planning: Identify high-potential talent, build robust succession pipelines, and support workforce planning across multiple sites, prioritising interdepartmental cross exposure and progression within the portfolio
- Employee Advocacy: Champion a fair, transparent, and inclusive work environment by leading processes related to industrial relations and workers' compensation with integrity, professionalism, and empathy
- Inspire People & Culture: Lead and develop a capable team of 3 HR professionals to deliver consistent, high-impact people support across the portfolio
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Partner with community organisations and internal stakeholders to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all properties
- ESG Leadership: Collaborate with key stakeholders to embed ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) priorities into the people agenda and hotel operations
About You
- A strategic People leader with proven experience in multi-site or regional roles, ideally within hospitality, retail, or service industries.
- Deep knowledge of Australian employment law, IR practices, and workers’ compensation.
- A natural coach and trusted advisor to senior leaders, with strong influencing and relationship-building skills.
- Passionate about people, development, and creating inclusive and high-performing cultures.
- Experience in ESG and DEI implementation is highly regarded.
- Approaches challenges with kindness, professionalism, and a solutions-focused mindset.
Eligible candidates must have full working rights in Australia to apply.
Discover a world where life pulses with passion
Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
LET
YOUR PASSION SHINE
We foster
our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with
each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in
being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability
initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to
make your own meaningful impact.
Let your passion shine
We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.
JOIN US
Related jobs
Salary
Location
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Hyderabad, India
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Hyderabad
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Primary Responsibilities Human Resources ManagementReview and update Talent & Culture policies and procedures and other human resources materialsMonitor present and future trends in the local labor si
Reference
4c9ab7d6-3401-4c80-9a1b-d3f3c522f92b
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Toronto, Canada
Experience Level
Director
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Toronto
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
This role provides global leadership and oversight for compensation program, policies and strategies for Raffles and Fairmont hotels, while leading and serving as the subject matter expert for compens
Reference
88f6f04d-50f6-488b-ab43-b11096d69f46
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
SOFITEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Dubai
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Organizing the monthly colleague committee meeting, taking and updating meeting minutesAssisting colleagues with their day-to-day queries and questions.Responsible for Colleague of the Month/Supervis
Reference
4aba2302-d337-4021-a21b-2bbb37fb8803
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Fairmont Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Experience Level
Not Applicable
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
FAIRMONT
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Playa del Carmen
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Como Chofer de Transportación Interna de Colegas en el Hotel Fairmont Mayakoba, tendrás un papel fundamental en garantizar el traslado seguro y eficiente de nuestros colegas dentro de nuestras instala
Reference
4ff97cc1-f1d8-4d12-a86e-3708041fd640
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, Montreux, Switzerland
Experience Level
Executive
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Montreux
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Directeur People & Culture H/F/XChez Fairmont, nous croyons que nos talents sont au cœur de notre réussite. Nous offrons à nos collaborateurs et à nos leaders des parcours de carrière inspirants dans
Reference
669932dc-4485-4c17-a1e1-c29572906c09
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Brussels, Belgium
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Brussels
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Are you ready to shape the future of work at a dynamic, people-driven organization? We're looking for a forward-thinking partner based in Belgium who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execut
Reference
3847eb6d-5e06-42dc-9ffb-f716a0af1070
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa sea & spa, Manama, Bahrain
Experience Level
Executive
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
SOFITEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Manama
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Install, inspect, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems (split units, window units, and central systems).Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.Ensure timely preventative m
Reference
560b2e0d-87cf-43cf-ac08-bc3fb8cc2b53
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa sea & spa, Manama, Bahrain
Experience Level
Executive
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
SOFITEL
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Manama
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Sofitel Bahrain is currently seeking a proactive, organized, and dependable Staff Housing Supervisor to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of staff accommodations. If you have a strong sense
Reference
441ccff7-5f9e-49b1-8806-96d2a2da4b69
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Pullman Jakarta Central Park, Jakarta, Indonesia
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
PULLMAN
Job type
Temporary
Locations
Jakarta
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
What you will be doing:Integrate various learning approaches across the organizationDevelop and deliver training seminars, online courses, and other educational materialsEvaluate the effectiveness of
Reference
bd828933-73c7-49f4-b50d-7d4abe161154
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Experience Level
Mid-Senior Level
Job Schedule
Full-Time
Brands
ACCOR
Job type
Permanent
Locations
Rio de Janeiro
Job Category
People & Culture
Description
Coordenar e administrar os procedimentos relativos às rotinas de Administração de Pessoal e P&C, priorizando e distribuindo tarefas, orientando equipe e solucionando os problemas operacionais pertinen
Reference
f1c11a28-7c05-4970-90c8-29695af19c0f
Expiry Date
01/01/0001