Assistant Human Resources Director

Organization- Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Summary
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences. Hyatt is a place where high expectations are not just met – they are exceeded.

The Assistant Director of Human Resources is a highly visible role with exposure to Senior and Corporate leadership. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources.
This position is a Maternity Leave coverage of 18 months and is expected to start from middle of January or beginning of February.
What Is Expected Of Me In This Role
The Assistant Director of Human Resources is a key driver in fostering the growth and success of the HR team. Key responsibilities include delivering training, coaching, and motivation to team members, as well as supporting positive labour relations and fostering a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for Hyatt's values and our culture of care, inspiring others to embody these principles. In collaboration with the HR team, the Assistant Director takes an active lead in enhancing the employee value proposition through areas such as growth and development, rewards and recognition, wellbeing, and DEI. This dynamic position plays a crucial role in shaping both the short- and long-term HR strategy, creating a positive impact for all our colleagues.

Salary range: 82,000 – 85,000
WHAT ARE THE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OF WORKING AT HYATT regency vancouver?

• Extended Health and Dental medical benefits for you and your dependents 30 days after joining and paid medical days
• Employer RRSP Matching Contributions
• Complimentary hotel nights, friends and family discounts at Hyatt properties around the world
• Discounted parking and transit passes
• Excellent training and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Opportunities to participate in Hyatt Regency Vancouver's Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) and youth hiring program RiseHY
• Great Place to Work Certified and Rainbow Registered

About Hyatt Regency
Being part of our Hyatt Regency Vancouver family means always having space to be you. Our teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. Be a part of something bigger. Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a family that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity and fun, your perfect opportunity. At Hyatt, our purpose is
to care for people so they can be their best
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In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we gratefully honor and acknowledge that the lands on which we have the privilege to live and work are part of the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations). Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honor and celebrate this territory. This sacred gathering place provides us with an opportunity to engage in and demonstrate leadership on reconciliation.

We welcome colleagues and guests from all over the world and we know that bringing diverse perspectives and underrepresented voices into the conversation strengthens our organization. There is no room for racism, discrimination or hatred of any kind at Hyatt Hotels.

Visa Requirements:
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and coaching abilities
• Sound experience working with Unions
• Thorough understanding of collective agreements
• Recruitment and onboarding experience
• Experience in a dynamic, resourceful, and proactive talent & culture leadership role, with a proven ability to effectively organize, prioritize, and make sound decisions
• 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely
• Ability to promote and foster a consultative, problem-solving approach to labour relations with Leaders, Union partners, and Colleagues, providing guidance on collective agreements, labour laws, and policies
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining confidentiality
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment law, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, health and safety, and training and development
• Previous hotel experience is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and general computer applications