People and Culture Manager - Four Seasons Resorts at The Red Sea - Saudi Arabia

Overview

About Four Seasons : Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

Soon to be one of the region’s foremost luxury beachside destinations, The Red Sea will comprise of the idyllic natural islands and lagoons across 200 kms of coastline along the western coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between the cities of Umluj and Al Wajh. The new Four Seasons Resort will be located on Shura Island, the hub of the development and home to a yacht marina, leisure and lifestyle facilities, retail offerings, 18-hole golf course and more. The Red Sea destination is being built with sustainable practices and tourism at its core, with the masterplan being informed by an impressive marine spatial planning simulation to model the environmental impact of development and operations to minimize over-tourism while providing guests with an exceptional travel and lifestyle experience. The destination will also rely on renewable energy and will only develop a small portion of the islands with expansive dedicated conservation zones. The new Four Seasons Resort will offer approximately 149 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted views over white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The property will also feature six restaurant and lounge outlets, meeting and events spaces, a marine discovery centre, Kids for All Seasons space and much more. Whether looking for rest and relaxation or sport and water activities, there will be something for everyone, including a full-service spa with a hammam, tennis courts, three outdoor pools with cabanas, and two separate beaches for families and adults perfect for soaking in the sun or diving down to explore the coral reefs.

About the Role

The People & Culture Manager plays a critical role in the effective management and administration of all human resources-related programs within the hotel, with a primary focus on fostering a positive work culture, employee engagement, and ensuring competitive compensation and benefits frameworks. This role will manage the hotel\'s compensation strategies, employee relations, and ensure alignment with Four Seasons’ values and goals while ensuring compliance with Saudi labor laws.

As part of the People & Culture team, the Manager will be responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of compensation-related programs, including payroll systems (Bayan), and ensuring the hotel’s compensation structure is fair, competitive, and equitable. The People & Culture Manager will also work closely with department heads to support employee satisfaction, retention, and the development of a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of compensation and benefits programs, with a primary focus on using the Bayan payroll system.
• Ensure all compensation practices comply with Saudi labor laws and Four Seasons\' internal policies and procedures.
• Analyze compensation data and market trends to recommend competitive salary structures and benefits packages.
• Monitor and manage employee benefits, including housing, transportation, schooling, medical insurance, and other allowances.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure consistency in the application of compensation policies across the hotel.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive work culture and high retention rates.
• Develop and implement strategies for attracting and retaining top talent within the hotel industry.
• Provide guidance on compensation-related inquiries, and resolve any issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain confidential records and sensitive employee information with the utmost discretion.

Qualifications & Skills

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