HR Manager – Branded Hotel, Brighton
Location: Brighton
Salary:Competitive, dependent on experience
We are seeking an experienced and personable HR Manager to lead the people function at a branded hotel in Brighton.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‐on HR professional to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle at a single, vibrant property, working closely with the General Manager and Heads of Department to build a strong, engaged team culture.
You'll be a visible, trusted presence on‐site, balancing day‐to‐day operational HR with longer‐term initiatives that support the hotel's performance and guest experience.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary HR point of contact for the General Manager and all Heads of Department
Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management
Ensure compliance with UK employment law, brand standards, and internal HR policies
Lead recruitment activity to attract and retain talent in a competitive Brighton hospitality market




Coach and support line managers on people management best practice
Drive employee engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives across the hotel
Oversee HR administration, payroll liaison, and HRIS data accuracy
Manage training and development plans, including brand and compliance training
Support workforce planning and headcount budgeting
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the hotel
Requirements
Proven HR management experience within a hotel or branded hospitality environment
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice
CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable building relationships at all levels
Confident handling complex employee relations cases independently
Highly organised, with strong prioritisation skills in a quick‐paced environment
A proactive, hands‐on approach with a genuine passion for hospitality and people
Familiarity with branded hotel standards and systems is an advantage
Job Tenure:
Permanent
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