People & Culture Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

Company Overview

Novotel and Ibis Rotorua Lakeside are part of the well-established hospitality brands within the Accor global network. This role offers a fixed-term contract opportunity to contribute to high-performing teams and exceptional workplace experiences at both hotels.

Role Summary

Reporting to the General Manager and partnering with Department Heads, the People & Culture Manager will oversee the full spectrum of people functions, ensuring staff feel engaged, supported, and motivated to provide excellent guest service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning processes.
• Offer employment relations guidance and HR advice to management.
• Manage performance, employee development, and engagement programs.
• Support ongoing learning and development initiatives across the hotels.
• Ensure adherence to New Zealand employment laws and HR best practices.
• Handle HR administration, reporting, and workforce planning duties.
• Foster a positive workplace culture that aligns with Accor's values.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in Human Resources or People & Culture management roles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation and human resources practices.
• Proven abilities in employee relations, recruitment, and performance management.
• Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Capability to establish trustful relationships across all organizational levels.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with excellent organizational skills.
• Previous experience in the hotel industry is strongly preferred.

Additional Information

Joining Accor means becoming part of a global hospitality family that promotes continuous learning and career growth. The role offers the chance to work in a supportive, inclusive team environment with access to professional development, career advancement within Accor properties worldwide, accommodation and dining benefits via the ALL Heartist program, and engagement in employee wellbeing initiatives.