HR Coordinator

Job description

HR Coordinator

About Hyatt Regency London Olympia

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will be part of a major redevelopment project transforming Olympia, London's historic convention centre built in 1873, into a comprehensive convention, entertainment, and cultural district in West London. Anchored by the iconic glass barrel-vaulted roofs of the Grand and National Halls, the new 14-acre site will feature a boutique multi-screen arthouse cinema, a 4,000-capacity music and performing arts venue, a 1,500-seat theatre, a rooftop sky garden, as well as restaurants, shops, cafés, and office and co-working spaces.

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will offer 204 rooms, a bar and restaurant, as well as a lobby lounge. Additionally, there will be 3 meeting rooms and direct connectivity to the London Olympia Convention Centre.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Human Resources Coordinator role

· The HR Coordinator will play an integral role in the hotel’s pre-opening team. Key responsibilities during the pre-opening phase will be to support with the hiring and on-boarding of new colleagues, scheduling interviews and all the associated administrative tasks
· You will be the first point of contact for Human Resources, providing HR services to a wide range of colleagues; from Front Office and Chefs to Sales, Engineering and Finance and more
· You will be responsible for the smooth and efficient co-ordination and running of the HR office and act in a reception role to receive visitors and colleague queries, both in person and on the telephone
· Administration will take up a large part of your day. You will co-ordinate the HR diaries, attend meetings, take minutes, prepare letters, contracts and all employee documentation
· You will prepare colleague communication, via monthly newsletters, posters, electronic and social media, to name but a few
· You will, also, be heavily involved in organising our colleagues’ social events to celebrate their successes through our parties, dinners and meetings
· Manage and utilise all HR systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Taleo, Fourth, Hyatt Learning)

Working hours are generally Monday to Friday, office hours, although you may need to work some evenings and weekends and particularly attend colleague social events.

About you

· You may have completed an academic course in HR (e.g. Degree or CIPD) or have previous hotel and admin experience, but a good understanding of HR practices and principles is essential for this role.
· This is a versatile role which requires you prioritise and balance the demands of a busy work environment
· Able to self-manage your workload, you will be organised and structured and will maintain consistent performance under pressure with an exceptional eye for detail
· Confidentiality is key, as is a positive and professional approach
· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially word and excel, is beneficial
· You will be personable and approachable, with effective communication skills
· A real ‘people’ person, you will be friendly, with a great big smile, and impeccable grooming!

Benefits of the Human Resources Coordinator include

· 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
· Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
· Business attire laundered complimentary
· Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
· 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
· Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Next Steps: Apply today for this Human Resources Coordinator role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!