Senior HR Executive (pre-opening) - Crowne Plaza Carlton

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton (pre-opening) due to open in December 2025, a vibrant cosmopolitan hotel with everything you need to create your perfect urban getaway.

Conveniently located close to world-class Universities in the heart of Melbourne’s Innovation District.

The hotel’s ideal location overlooking the beautiful Lincoln Square lets you experience the very best of the local community and beyond, whether visiting for business, leisure, a meaningful gathering, or a blend of all.​

This is a unique flexible working opportunity where you can choose your working days and hours- allowing you to blend business and leisure, just like we do at Crowne Plaza.

Set to be a highly sought-after destination for business and leisure travelers alike, the hotel is also home to a stunning new restaurant aiming to be Carlton’s culinary destination for those seeking a unique and exceptional dining experience. ​

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton is the perfect hub for corporate and social events.

Our flexible conference spaces and function rooms are fully equipped with state-of-the art audio-visual technology, while our private dining room offers an exclusive and intimate experience. 

We are looking for a Full Time Senior Human Resources Executive to guide the HR function working closely with department heads and the executive leadership team, to ensure our teams are equipped and engaged to deliver exceptional service. 

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but mostly you will…


* Guiding the HR function, managing all HR operations including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and training and development.


* Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in alignment with business objectives, IHG ways of working and local employment regulations.


* Oversee recruitment and retention strategies to ensure a high-performing, diverse workforce.


* Provide guidance and support to managers on employee performance, development, and conflict resolution, with the support of external legal aid.


* Maintain up-to-date employee records.


* Promote a culture of employee engagement and development through effective communication and team-building initiatives.

What we need from you:

This role is pivotal to the success of the hotel opening of Crowne Plaza Carlton, and general Hotel operations, so to see this through we’re looking for a talented professional with the perfect blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, people leadership, and strong business acumen. 

In addition, you will possess:


* Capacity to build and lead a high-performing and engaged team and commitment to developing and coaching colleagues. 


* Communication and relationship management skills, collaborating with stakeholders, both internal and external.


* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.


* Ability to work autonomously, manage workload across properties and key delive...