Job Information
Marriott Talent Resources Officer (Human Resources) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Additional Information Recruitment is a key focus for this role
Job Number 24113478
Job Category Human Resources
Location W Edinburgh, 1 St James Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management
W Edinburgh is hiring a Talent Resources Officer to join the evolving Talent Resources team! We invite you to play an integral part in bringing to life this unique brand in Edinburgh.
Explore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel’s work culture is uniquely designed to spark your imagination and curiosity while bringing the W experience to life for guests.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. W Hotels are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. With us, there’s always more. We dare to deliver a different kind of luxury. One that revels in bold ideas and indulges in the unexpected. We believe luxury is the freedom to be yourself and explore desires: whatever, whenever.
ABOUT THE PROPERTY
W Edinburgh brings bold architecture and a vibrant lifestyle offering to the Scottish capital. Behind a façade featuring a winding steel ribbon – reflecting the city’s festival spirit – this 12-storey structure is the centrepiece of Nuveen Real Estate’s Edinburgh St James Quarter, incorporating retail, leisure and entertainment facilities along with residential apartments.
This W hotel aims to help redefine the city’s hospitality landscape. Accordingly, it fuses the brand’s signature amenities with modern design and W Happenings, highlighting what’s new in design, fashion, music and culture.
The new W hotel accommodates guests across 244 stylish guestrooms, including 45 suites. While staying here, guests benefit from the brand’s signature Whatever / Whenever service philosophy.
A real highlight of this property is its rooftop bar and outdoor terraces, pairing exciting cocktails and cuisine with 360-degree views over the historic city. Among the other noteworthy amenities are the W Lounge, a restaurant collaboration with SUSHISAMBA, a FIT workout facility and an AWAY spa, with special functions hosted in 2,450 sq ft of modern event space.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Talent Resources Officer, you will play a key role in being the first positive interaction that all talent has within the hotel. This includes having an in-depth knowledge of the hotel and people profession. The Talent Resources Officer at W Edinburgh will assist with the employee lifecycle with a key focus in coordinating the recruitment of all talent across all departments. You will work alongside department leaders to understand the candidate profiles they are looking for, and in collaboration with the Talent Resources team you will identify the best ways to recruit top talent into the business. Furthermore, you will work partner with the other members of the Talent Resources team to deliver on payroll, learning and development, engagement and employee relations..
Joining the team means you will be instrumental to the success of the hotel’s operations and beyond. We are looking for someone who is personable, organized and passionate!
As Talent Resources Officer, key aspects of your role will include:
Recruitment is a key focus for this role - it's vital to attract the best talent on the market
Be a W brand ambassador, ensuring the brand’s voice is present in all interactions with guests and talent
Work in collaboration with all heads of departments to instil a positive employee culture and manage retention
Establish relationships with local and national job boards, recruiters, agencies and internal recruitment partners
Assist in developing creative ways to attract talent to the business
Maintain candidate and employee records securely and accurately, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and employment laws.
Ensure managers are knowledgeable about the Company’s recruitment process and provide training where necessary
Involvement in all stages of the recruitment cycle, including identifying vacancies, posting roles to job boards, screening CVs, conducting interviews, issuing contracts, and hiring successful applicants into the relevant systems
Identify top talent within the hotel for promotion
Assist in all other aspects of the Talent Resources function, including payroll, training, employee engagement and employee relations.
Maintain accurate digital records for all aspects of the Talent Resource’s function
Create and manage new employee personnel files with all relevant hiring documents
Respond to questions, requests, and concerns from talent and management regarding company and Talent Resources programs, policies and guidelines
Inform Talent Resources management of issues related to employee relations within the division or property.
Maintain confidentiality and security of talent and property records, files, and information.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others
…to name a few!
Our ideal Talent Resources Officer is someone who has:
A passion for interacting with others
Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
Sophisticated communication skills
The ability to stay calm under pressure
The ability to listen to others and be supportive
Previous experience working in five star, luxury hotels
A positive mindset
A genuine passion for working in hospitality
In return for your hard work, we give you:
World class training and development, including leadership development
Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)
Wellness and mental health programmes
Discounted accommodation, food and beverage in over 9,000 hotels all over the world!
Discounts for your friends and family
If this sounds like the perfect place for you, apply to be a Talent Resources Officer with us today!
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.