Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is looking for an Assistant Director of People & Culture to join our People & Culture team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport. The beachfront resort comprises of 99 suites and villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with seven restaurants and bars.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino within the People & Culture Department in Pylos, Messenia, Greece, the Assistant Director of People & Culture assists in planning, directing, and coordinating all functions of the People & Culture Management program, including employee and labour relations, employee onboarding and orientation, discipline and performance management, staff development, and workforce communications. The Assistant Director of People & Culture reports to the Director of People & Culture

As Assistant Director of People & Culture, you will be responsible for the following duties: 

• Coordinate all actions and follow-ups with appropriate Department Heads and Executive Committee members, as well as oversee performance of the colleagues when needed. 
• Oversee the P&C Executives & the P&C Administrative Assistants in connection with necessary new hire paperwork for the candidate to initiate work and is generally involved in the in the development of middle management colleagues through succession planning and coaching.
• Ensure all termination paperwork is properly completed (i.e., exit interview, return of all hotel issued property, locker inventory, etc).
• Assist the Director of People & Culture with the preparation of P&C annual budget and with all necessary reports to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.
• Support the P&C Director and the L&D Manager in all employee recognition programs, holiday parties & celebrations, and in other Learning & Development functions.
• Maintain high levels of interaction with all colleagues. Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and procedures, to arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions.

As Assistant Director of People & Culture, we expect from you: 

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources management in hospitality is mandatory.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in luxury hospitality will be considered as a plus. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, HRM, or related.
• Thorough knowledge of Human Resources practices.
• Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to Human Resource matters.
• Strong overall computer literacy, not limited to MS Office.
• Fluency in English & Greek.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Task force opportunities across the Group of Mandarin Oriental. Depending on your role, you may have the opportunities to be selected as a Cultural Exchange Ambassador. CEAs help to spread our unique Oriental heritage and act as role models, demonstrating how Colleagues will work together to deliver on our vision, mission and philosophies.
• Accommodation and laundry of linen.
• Three complimentary meals per day at our Colleague restaurant.
• Private Medical Insurance.

We’re Fans. Are you?