People & Talent Specialist

Who we are

Our Hotels

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust, collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience. Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email careers.dc@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process.

What you'll get

• 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
• Rental deposit loan, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Exclusive access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers
• Subsidised access to gyms, fitness classes and wellness experiences
• Complimentary laundry included
• Competitive retirement scheme

What you'll do

• Manage the complete lifecycle of the candidate journey from initial requisition approval to offer negotiation, for all corporate office roles up to Director level
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with department heads to understand their departmental needs, team dynamics, and desired candidate profiles, delivering timely hiring solutions
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the recruitment process, reflecting Dorchester Collection values and our commitment to talent and development
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, competitor activity, and best practices in hospitality industry and beyond, and provide guidance on market trends and talent availability
• Manage recruitment agency relationships and create a preferred supplier list (PSL) of agencies
• Own the recruitment module on Talentsoft, ensuring accurate employee records are kept
• Administer all assessments for recruitment across all levels in the corporate office, and for key property roles (Talent Plus, Saville)
• Plan and execute school recruitment strategies, develop communication materials, plan events, and design and order collateral for recruitment events
• Represent Dorchester Collection during recruitment fairs and career events to attract and recruit top talent and increase brand awareness
• Initiate and maintain relationships and partnerships with relevant industry associations and academic councils
• Monitor Dorchester Collection careers inbox fielding inquiries and referral CVs, acting as the first point of contact for all things recruitment
• Own the Dorchester Collection Alumni Programme, and any additional talent pipelines
• A key member of the People and Culture team, the People & Talent Specialist will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the corporate People function, supporting other functions within the team
• Work with the Employee Experience Manager on corporate office wellbeing initiatives
• Escalation point of reference for Employee Relations Issues in absence of Employee Wellbeing Manager, supporting with note taking or meetings

What you'll bring

• Essential Skills:
• You have previous experience in a Talent Acquisition or Recruitment role, preferably in a luxury environment
• You have a people centric, inclusive mindset, ensuring diversity, inclusion and belonging is at the forefront of every recruitment decision
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great written and verbal communication skills, and can present to large audiences in English
• Fully competent across all Microsoft Office programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• A high degree of attention to detail
• A naturally organised and inquisitive person, someone who loves to create and continuously improve processes and ways of working
• You are able to establish and maintain professional interpersonal relationships, effectively consult with and influence hiring managers, providing strategic advice
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritise a heavy workload to meet the needs of the business. You are able to manage multiple/high volume tasks and projects
• Desirable Skills:
• Previous experience using an ATS or HRIS is preferred but not required

Job Location: United Kingdom

Location: 3rd Floor, 1 Knightsbridge SW1X 7LX London