People & Culture Administrator

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as the People & Culture Administrator you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

As the People & Culture Administrator at Dorchester Collection, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 10 Dorchester Collection hotels
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels
• World class development opportunities
• Social events throughout the year
• Workday lunches in the form of a prepaid contactless card
• Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Volunteering opportunities with our charity partner
• Exclusive access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers
• Subsided access to gyms, fitness classes and wellness experiences

• You'll love what you do and take pride in delighting our people.
• As the first point of contact for the People team, this role will maintain all administrative functions within the People & Culture function to support our Dorchester Collection We Care philosophy
• You will be responsible for supporting the People & Culture Team in administration of all people-related tasks and initiatives, sharing information such as vision, strategy, values, policies and procedures in line with company messaging.
• You will manage all corporate office employee data, maintaining a confidential filling system for employee files, correspondence, policies etc.
• You will be responsible for processing relevant information for the monthly payroll cycle, liaising closely with the Finance team
• You’ll support the Internal Comms & Facilities Lead in organizing office events including quarterly town halls, summer and holiday parties, and monthly canteen events.
• You’ll be tasked with the HRIS administration with support of People Systems Lead, including managing regular data audits for our various systems.
• Other tasks include:
• Maintain a confidential filling system for employee files, correspondence, policies etc.
• Ensure all employee records and documents are audited and up to date on a regular basis, and maintain general compliance relevant audits in a timely manner in line with GDPR
• Welcome new starters on their first day, collate the relevant documentation, and ensure that managers have sent out the relevant communications to ensure a smooth induction process
• Administer and process the purchase order process for the People team, ensuring all invoices are paid in a timely manner, tracked and budgeted correctly
• Own the ordering and return of expenses for the people team
• Our values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As the People & Culture Administrator you'll have the opportunity to bring these to life every day.
• Administer employee benefits, including lunch cards, pension, and health insurance.
• Carry out any other administrative support duties and responsibilities as assigned
• You will provide administrative support to the Vice President, People & Culture including diary scheduling, expense processing and other tasks as needed

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of the People & Culture Administrator but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our Collection.

The hours of operation for this role are Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm, based in our corporate office in Knightsbridge. You are able to work from home on Fridays.

• You’ll bring a passion for all things People & Culture, and a people-centric mindset.
• You have previous experience in a human resources or administrative role
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great written and verbal communication skills. English is the primary language used in our office.
• You are able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy with confidential information, as you will be safeguarding sensitive employee data.
• You can work autonomously, and are able to set and meet deadlines with quality results
• You are tech savvy and are able to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with proficiency
• Familiarity with HR systems and payroll software is preferred but not required
• Strong numerical reasoning/basic mathematical skills are required