People & Culture Director - Hotel Nobu Ibiza Bay

About the property

Located on the shores of Talamanca Bay, just few minutes from Ibiza Town, Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay is a luxury lifestyle destination where laid-back sophistication meets world-class service. With a focus on wellness, gastronomy, and personalized experiences, our hotel offers 152 rooms and suites, a Six Senses Spa, and exceptional culinary concepts including Nobu Restaurant, Chambao by the Beach, and Bay Café. As part of the global Nobu Hospitality brand, we are passionate about creating memorable moments for our guests and fostering a dynamic, collaborative environment for our team.

About the role

Lead and manage the functions of the People & Culture department, ensuring the development and implementation of effective strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent. Promote a positive, equitable, and productive work environment by aligning human resources policies and practices with the company's strategic objectives.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

Operational Functions:

Develop action plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the People & Culture department specifically, and all other departments in general.

Participate and collaborate in decision-making processes during Executive Committee and Ownership meetings.

Develop and execute People & Culture (P&C) strategies that support the company's short- and long-term business objectives.

Ensure compliance with labor laws and applicable regulations.

Oversee the timely and accurate completion of payroll processing and payments.

Manage employee and labor union relations.

Communicate and negotiate short-, medium-, and long-term strategies with the works council.

As a member of the Executive Committee, participate in the preparation of the Company's Annual Investment Plan by identifying departmental investment needs (CAPEX).

Organize pre-opening activities.

Coordinate the onboarding of key team members and oversee the onboarding of the rest of the staff.

Lead team-building activities.

Deliver and coordinate training sessions for department heads before and during the opening phase.

Resolve labor conflicts and ensure disciplinary matters are handled fairly and in accordance with company policy. Apply disciplinary measures when necessary.

Supervise the development of the Annual Training Plan and ensure its proper implementation.

Supervise and manage the organization's talent. Oversee recruitment, selection, hiring, and retention processes.

Lead and encourage the People & Culture team to create initiatives that promote employee well-being and satisfaction.

Provide support to managers across departments. Listen to and understand the challenges they face, offering solutions and guidance to improve team performance and satisfaction.

Facilitate the resolution of interdepartmental conflicts and ensure effective collaboration between departments.

Maintain a cordial and collaborative relationship with partner entities, payroll agencies, and public administrations, ensuring the creation of strategic synergies.

Leadership Functions

Identify and develop the talent of team members, providing them with the necessary support and tools to reach their full potential.

Participate in the recruitment and onboarding processes for staff in their area, as well as collaborate in their training and development.

Conduct performance evaluations for the team under their supervision, creating opportunities for growth and development.

Ensure effective relationships and communication with other departments, promoting collaboration to execute area activities efficiently.

Lead and engage team members, aligning them with objectives and motivating them to respond effectively to the hotel's needs while developing their professional skills.

Evaluate productivity, performance, and achievement of objectives, recognizing successes and addressing attitudes or behaviors that require improvement.

Foster collaborative work by identifying and leveraging information, knowledge, and experience—both personal and from the team—to execute tasks more efficiently.

Management Functions

Implement and manage, within their area of responsibility, the company's quality and environmental management system, and provide training to staff on appropriate practices to ensure compliance.

Supervise and participate in the implementation and tracking of quality system indicators for their department/area.

Communicate and oversee compliance with current Occupational Health and Safety regulations in the execution of tasks across different roles.

Communicate and oversee compliance with current Equality regulations.

Strategic Functions

Foster and maintain Organizational Culture and Climate, promoting an inclusive, diverse, and safe work environment.

Encourage and facilitate a positive work atmosphere that enables teams to work energetically and enthusiastically toward achieving objectives.

Lead organizational change initiatives, ensuring that employees are prepared for and committed to transitions.

Propose and implement new compensation policies that ensure fairness and equity.

Participate in the strategic planning of the hotel, aligning People & Culture department initiatives with overall business objectives.

Contribute to the hotel's overall budgeting process.

Establish new strategic relationships and maintain existing partnerships with European schools for collaboration and the training of interns.

Required Education and Experience

Degree: University studies in Labor Relations, Business Administration, or Organizational Psychology, with specializations in Human Talent Management or HR.

Computer Skills: Advanced proficiency in office software.

Experience: Between 4 and 6 years in similar positions.

Languages: Ability to understand, read, and communicate effectively in both Spanish and English, orally and in writing.

Interdepartmental Relations

All Departments

Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you're passionate about luxury service and want to grow within an international brand, we'd love to meet you. Apply now and become part of our exceptional team in Ibiza.

Playa Real S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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