People & Culture Executive

Job Description

We’re seeking a motivated and hands-on People & Culture Executive to support our Sydney CBD hotels and shared services hub. This role will suit a solid HR generalist who is looking to grow into a future HR manager or business partnering role.

With flexibility to consider either full-time or part-time employment, this is a great opportunity for a HR professional looking to broaden their generalist experience in a multi-site hospitality environment. Working closely with hotel leaders and the People & Culture team, you’ll play an important role in delivering practical HR support, strengthening workplace culture, and creating positive employee experiences across our portfolio.

You’ll be involved in a diverse range of People & Culture activities, from recruitment and employee relations through to learning and development, compliance, and portfolio-wide initiatives.

If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and helping people and businesses thrive, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while continuing to develop your HR career.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day People & Culture support and guidance to hotel leaders and team members across our Sydney properties and shared services hub.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and talent development activities to attract and retain great people.
• Assist with the interpretation and application of employment legislation, awards, workplace policies, and compliance requirements.
• Support learning and development initiatives, including brand, service, and leadership training.
• Contribute to employee engagement, wellbeing, recognition, and culture initiatives across the portfolio.
• Assist with workforce reporting, HR documentation, and the implementation of portfolio-wide People & Culture initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with leaders and team members, promoting consistent and effective people practices.
• Assist the People & Culture Business Partner with employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, grievances, and disciplinary processes.

Qualifications

• About You

• You’re approachable, organised, and passionate about creating positive workplace experiences. You enjoy working with people at all levels, are comfortable navigating a variety of HR matters, and take a proactive, solutions-focused approach to your work.

You’ll bring:

• Experience in a generalist HR or People & Culture role, ideally within hospitality, hotels, or another service-focused industry.

• A sound understanding of Australian employment legislation and modern awards, or a willingness and ability to develop this knowledge.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to support and influence stakeholders.

• An interest in employee relations, recruitment, learning and development, and workplace culture.

• Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple sites.

• A high level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

• Initiative, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Hotel experience will be advantageous, but we’re equally interested in someone with the right attitude, a strong HR foundation, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

• Additional Information

• Why Join Us?

• This is an opportunity to grow your People & Culture career within a diverse hotel portfolio connected to one of the world’s most recognised hospitality brands.

• You’ll work alongside an experienced portfolio People & Culture team, gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities, and build relationships across multiple hotels and brands. With opportunities to contribute to portfolio initiatives and make a difference to the employee experience, you’ll be part of a team committed to developing people, strengthening culture, and creating workplaces where everyone feels valued.

• At Salter Brothers and Accor, we believe in creating opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and build rewarding careers.

• Special Note: Only applicants currently located in Australia with full Australian working rights will be considered.