People & Culture Manager

About Hyde Perth

Hyde Perth has established itself as a premier employer of choice since opening its doors in March 2026. The hotel brings the unique Hyde energy to the lively core of Western Australia, delivering a branded experience that is both luxurious and relaxed, sophisticated with an underlying festival vibe.

Hyde is evolving to embrace a brand identity centered around a festival atmosphere with music as its key element. Featuring a bohemian-chic style melded with a youthful and casual environment, its vibrant spaces are designed to inspire spontaneous connections and discoveries. Hyde embodies the freedom and self-expression that great music, social time, and community engagement provide.

Role Overview

As People & Culture Manager at Hyde Perth, you will be central to fostering a positive team environment. The role requires a practical, hands-on leader with excellent execution skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to build strong relationships with both leadership and staff. You will shape and nurture a culture that is dynamic, inclusive, and aligned with the Hyde brand’s energetic spirit. This position goes beyond traditional HR duties, focusing on cultivating a workplace where individuality flourishes, creativity thrives, and every employee is motivated to perform at their best.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for Hyde’s people-centered culture ensuring the brand’s values resonate throughout the entire property.
• Manage all aspects of the employee journey including hiring, onboarding, training, development, and career advancement.
• Design and embed Hyde’s distinctive culture and core values in all employee experiences and interactions.
• Develop and maintain a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team that captures the creative and spirited essence of Hyde.
• Offer strategic advice to leadership on workforce planning, labour management, and people operations.
• Collaborate with department managers to keep staff engaged, motivated, and aligned with the company's goals.
• Implement learning and development initiatives to encourage growth, innovation, and teamwork across departments.
• Oversee performance management with a focus on empathy, transparent feedback, and accountability.
• Ensure all operations comply with local labour laws and employment regulations.
• Manage wellbeing, recognition, and reward programs that genuinely support staff needs.
• Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts including planning and promoting awareness activities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and advocate to guarantee a safe, inclusive, and empowering workplace environment.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of advancing experience in human resources or people & culture, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership capacity, preferably in hospitality, lifestyle, or creative sectors.
• Practical leadership skills coupled with comprehensive knowledge of the Hospitality Industry General Award and Australian employment legislation.
• A genuine cultural leader who demonstrates empathy, values individuality, and fosters team connectivity.
• Passion for constructing strong teams, enabling professional growth, and driving organizational success through people management.
• Ability to devise creative solutions for people-related challenges and maintain integrity and optimism in all situations.
• Confidence and collaborative spirit with a willingness to constructively challenge existing norms.
• Curious and globally aware mindset, dedicated to community involvement and relationship building.
• Humble and receptive to new ideas, embracing a no-ego work philosophy focused on results.
• Open to innovative approaches and enthusiastic about trying new things to enhance the workplace experience.
• Desire to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying the journey with colleagues.

Additional Information

Perks and Benefits

• Opportunity to influence and shape a rapidly expanding brand.
• Access to learning and development resources to enhance your skills and performance.
• Participation in an annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events aimed at education, celebration, and impact.
• A supportive and inventive work culture where individuality is encouraged and collaboration thrives.
• Attractive discounts across the Ennismore family of brands, including benefits under Accor’s Heartist employee program.

Hyde Perth is committed to equal opportunity employment and selects candidates based on ability, quality of work, suitability, experience, and potential, without discrimination.