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HR Manager - voco Sharjah (Pre-Opening)

IHG
14 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
United Arab Emirates

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voco Sharjah, a pre opening IHG hotel, seeks an HR Manager to lead people strategy, payroll, compliance with UAE labor law, and culture building in a hospitality setting. You should bring at least 5 years HR management experience, ideally in hospitality and in a pre-opening or startup environment, strong payroll and benefits administration, data-driven insights, and fluency in English (Arabic and other languages a plus). You’ll shape onboarding, engagement, performance, leadership development, and wellbeing programs while managing budget and HR systems, ensuring BrandHearted service and IHG standards. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight UAE regulatory expertise, engagement outcomes, and leadership impact; include a concise cover note showing how you will foster a welcoming, inclusive, high-performance culture.

Ideally located in the heart of Sharjah, voco Sharjah offers easy access to Sharjah International Airport, SAIF Zone, and the city's key business and commercial districts. The hotel prime location provides convenient connectivity to Dubai, Ajman, and Sharjah's most popular attractions.

 

The hotel is perfectly positioned near some of Sharjah's most renowned educational and cultural institutions, including the University of Sharjah and the American University of Sharjah, making it an excellent choice for visiting academics, students, families, and corporate travelers. Guests are also within easy reach of University Hospital Sharjah, and the vibrant Aljada community.

 

Designed with voco's signature charm and thoughtful hospitality, the hotel features stylish guest rooms and suites, a fully equipped fitness centre, an inviting outdoor swimming pool, versatile meeting and event facilities, and a selection of dining experiences, including an all-day dining restaurant, cozy café, and lobby lounge. Whether the stay is for a short visit or an extended stay, voco Sharjah delivers a warm, trendy comfortable, and memorable experience.

 
We are a people powered business. So, we’re looking for a HR Manager who recognises that culture is key – with the drive to create an enabling and empowering environment that brings the best out of our team. And delivers truly memorable experiences to our guests as a result.

 
A little taste of your day-to-day:

 
Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:

  • Leading the hotel's people strategy and HR initiatives while ensuring alignment with IHG standards and local employment legislation.

  • Managing the hotel payroll process and overseeing compensation and benefits practices to ensure accuracy, competitiveness, and internal equity.

  • Monitoring key HR metrics such as turnover, absenteeism, and exit interview trends to identify opportunities for improvement, colleague engagement, and talent development.

  • Preparing, analysing, and communicating monthly HR reports and insights to support informed business decisions.

  • Managing the HR department's budget, office resources, and operational expenses effectively.

  • Creating exceptional colleague experiences through recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and employee lifecycle activities while bringing IHG's BrandHearted culture to life.

  • Leading performance management initiatives by coaching leaders, supporting development conversations, and promoting a culture of continuous feedback and high performance.

  • Recruiting, training, motivating, coaching, and developing the HR team to achieve departmental goals and deliver excellent internal service.

  • Driving colleague communication, engagement, recognition, and wellbeing programmes to create a positive and inclusive workplace.

  • Planning, administering, and following up on annual colleague engagement surveys, ensuring meaningful action plans are implemented.

  • Overseeing colleague facilities, including the cafeteria, lockers, public areas, and smoking areas, to maintain high standards of colleague welfare.

  • Maintaining accurate HR records, employee files, and HR systems while ensuring compliance with company policies and data privacy standards.

  • Partnering with department leaders to strengthen leadership capability, improve service culture, and enhance both colleague and guest experiences.

  • Promoting the hotel's reputation within the local community and encouraging colleague participation in social responsibility initiatives.

  • Ensuring full compliance with labour laws, company policies, hotel procedures, and IHG brand standards.

  • Leading the HR function, providing trusted guidance to leaders and colleagues, and carrying out additional responsibilities as required.


 
What We need from you:
  • Previous experience in Human Resources within the hospitality industry.
  • 5 years of related experience in HR Management 
  • Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, HR practices, payroll, and employee relations.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • A proactive, approachable, and solution-oriented mindset with a passion for developing people.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret HR data and provide actionable insights.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
  • A team player with the ability to inspire, influence, and build positive.
  • relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Must speak fluent English 
  • Other languages may be preferred

 
What you can expect from us:

 
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

 
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

 
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

 
So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.