Director Of People & Culture (M/F/D) - Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel

Anantara is the latest upscale residence in Vienna, the city of music that was once home to legendary composers such as Beethoven and Mozart.

Housed in a heritage-listed palace, the Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel epitomises the warmth of Viennese hospitality, enhanced by Michelin-starred cuisine and a harmonious blend of heritage and luxury. Every space exudes opulent design, from the grandeur of the halls to the intimate charm of the 152 rooms and suites.

The Anantara Palais Hansen is located on the famous Ringstrasse, amidst palaces, theatres and world-class restaurants, and is the centre of the action.

This is what your daily journey at the Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel will look like:

You develop and implement the HR strategy including the People & Culture budget of the hotel and support the General Manager with your team in all HR related tasks and questions. You will ensure that all activities related to the recruitment and hiring of new talent, staff development, performance management and administration of all employees are compliant with company policies.

You will oversee local policies and the administration of salaries, benefits and bonus programmes for all employees.

You manage the communication of key messages, business strategies, vision and values to all employees. Together with your team, you promote all employee communication activities and channels to encourage and enable feedback from employees .

Focus on your uniqueness: You inspire us with the following qualities:

• A genuine interest in the welfare of all hotel employees is the first and most important requirement for your role.
• The trust of employees is important to you. You are seen as fair, reasonable, approachable and honest.
• You understand the business environment and the strategic goals and challenges of the entire hotel business.
• You are passionate about improving employee wellbeing and guest satisfaction. You focus on achieving results and continuous improvement.
• You use your initiative and good judgement to solve problems in a calm and efficient manner.

• You lead your team and enjoy working with others to achieve common goals.
• You act with personal professionalism and integrity at all times
• You can prioritise your workload effectively and are organised and structured at work

• Together with your team, you always endeavour to meet and exceed all performance standards
• You manage the People & Culture department's tasks to ensure that tasks are carried out according to established policies and procedures

A world of benefits: Discover our exclusive employee benefits:

• Fair remuneration and planning security thanks to a permanent employment contract
• Favourable employee rates (from EUR 36.00 per night for 2 people with breakfast) in our hotels worldwide as well as Friends & Family discounts depending on availability
• 30 % discount on F&B in our Minor Hotels Europe & Americas worldwide
• 50 % discount on F&B and spa services at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas worldwide (subject to availability)
• Public transport ticket worth € 30.41 per month covered
• Modern equipped workplace in a historic palace
• Workplace health promotion (our company has been awarded the BGF seal of approval by ÖGK) for all employees, in-house doctor (vaccinations, eye test)
• Varied and healthy catering in our staff restaurant
• Free uniform cleaning
• Pluxee food card: Your monthly credit of EUR 25.00 on your Pluxee food card
• Gross bonus payment of EUR 500.00 for recommending new team members
• A structured, individual induction in our Best Buddy & Training Programme
• Investing in your future: a wide range of training opportunities via our internal academy and external providers
• Development and exchange programmes within Europe
• Team events: summer parties, Christmas parties, running events, etc.

Our employees are the driving force behind our success. That's why we invest in your skills so that you can develop and advance your career. You will feel at home in a team that is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and working in a company that offers the best workplace culture.

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all individuals are valued and supported equally.

This position is categorised in the collective agreement for employees in the hotel and catering industry. An overpayment is guaranteed with appropriate professional experience; this can be discussed in a personal meeting.

Are you interested and ready to start your journey at the Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel?

Apply now and become part of the Minor Hotels Europe & Americas family.