Recruitment Manager | Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah

Job Description - Recruitment Manager | Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah (HOT0C6TG
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Job Description

Recruitment Manager | Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

HOT0C6TG

Waldorf Astoria The Palm Palm Jumeirah Road Crecent East Dubai Aa01

The Recruitment Manager with Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts plays a strategic and operational role in leading the full-cycle recruitment function for the hotel, ensuring the attraction, selection, and hiring of high-caliber talent in alignment with the hotel’s brand standards, Hilton values, and business objectives.

This role is responsible for developing recruitment strategies, managing recruitment operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience while supporting department heads and leadership in building a best-in-class team. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for all positions across the hotel, from workforce planning and sourcing through selection, offer management, and onboarding coordination
• Partner closely with Department Heads and Hiring Managers to understand manpower requirements, job specifications, and hiring timelines, providing expert recruitment advice and market insights.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies using internal and external platforms, including Taleo, job portals, professional networks, social media, and talent pipelines.
• Oversee the posting of job advertisements in line with hotel branding guidelines and ensure consistency with corporate recruitment standards.
• Conduct and/or oversee candidate screening, interviews, and assessments to evaluate suitability, cultural fit, and alignment with luxury hospitality service standards.
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience by maintaining clear, timely, and professional communication throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
• Prepare, review, and manage Offers of Employment in coordination with the Director of Human Resources, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and compliance with hotel policies and local labor laws.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, and reporting of recruitment activities and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws, regulations, and internal policies related to recruitment, selection, data privacy, and equal employment opportunity.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to ensure smooth onboarding and handover of new hires, including coordination of documentation, orientation schedules, and visa processing requirements.
• Supervise and coach recruitment team members (if applicable), providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high recruitment standards are consistently met.
• Monitor recruitment KPIs, analyze hiring data, and prepare regular recruitment reports for the Director of Human Resources and senior leadership.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement in recruitment processes, actively seeking feedback from candidates and stakeholders to enhance efficiency and experience.
• Stay informed on hospitality industry trends, talent market conditions, and emerging recruitment technologies to maintain a competitive hiring approach.
• Represent the Human Resources department in internal committees and initiatives, including participation in the True Waldorf Committee and support of HR activities and engagement events.
• Ensure adherence to the hotel’s fire, health, safety, and hygiene policies and actively participate in evacuation and safety procedures.

Carry out any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources in support of hotel operations and people strategy.

A Recruitment Manager serving Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts is a strategic partner to hotel leadership and an ambassador of the hotel’s brand and values. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follow:

• Previous experience in a luxury five-star hotel, high-end…