HR Executive - Hospitality

About the role

Xara Palace, part of the Xara Collection, is looking for a motivated, organised and proactive HR Executive to join its Human Resources team. Working closely with the Group HR Manager and department heads, the successful candidate will handle the day-to-day administration and coordination of HR activities across the Collection, keeping employee matters efficient and in line with company policies and employment requirements. The role suits someone who enjoys a dynamic hospitality environment and cares about people, employee experience and effective HR operations.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities, including vacancy advertising, candidate screening, interview arrangements and communication.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding, and prepare the relevant employment documentation.
• Administer work permits, renewals, employee records and other employment-related requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, HR databases and employee documentation.
• Monitor probation periods, contract renewals and employee documentation deadlines.
• Respond to employee queries and coordinate HR-related requests across the Collection.
• Support HR compliance, reporting, audits and the implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Work with department heads to ensure accurate employee information and smooth HR operations.

Required profile

• Previous experience in HR or HR administration, preferably in hospitality or a multi-site organisation.
• A qualification in Human Resources or a related field is an asset.
• Good knowledge of HR administration and employment procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative, independence and discretion with confidential information.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.