Job description – Director of Human Resources

Trump International Doonbeg is a coastal haven, hidden on a sheltered corner of the Wild Atlantic Way where world-class golf meets an intimate Spa, amazing food and access to the best activities, culture, heritage and one of the most picturesque settings Ireland has to offer for conferences, meeting, incentives and special events.

Recognised among the best championship Links Courses in the world and named best Golf Resort in Ireland by the Irish Golf Tour Operators Association. At the heart of the resort is the Irish Country house hotel with one of Ireland's best Hotel Restaurants, the Ocean View Restaurant. And Ocean is a recurring theme, ever present with stunning views of the rolling waves and the rugged landscape stretching as far as the eye can see to the Cliffs of Moher.

Certified as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK®, Trump International Doonbeg is home to a proud and motivated workforce of over 300 staff during high season, offering a world class 5 Star Hotel workplace, with the beauty and balance of west Clare living.

Job Title:                             Director of Human Resources

Department:                     A&G

Responsible To:                General Manager

Type of Contract:             Full-time, Permanent

Main Purpose of Job: To plan, direct, and coordinate the Human Resource function of Trump International, Doonbeg in association with all relevant stakeholders within the business. 

To ensure compliance with good practice, and current legislation while providing strategic direction, planning and expertise to ensure the company’s workforce is productive, engaged and treated professionally and with care while in their roles within the company.

In Summary: Be the ‘leader, benchmark and example’ of how associates are managed, treated and communicated at Trump International, Doonbeg.

Liaises with: All Departments

MAIN DUTIES

• Be a clear and effective communicator who has the ability to prepare a robust HR strategy, leading to the successful delivery of a HR plan that will ensure company goals are met and exceeded. 

• Collaboration with the leadership team as a business partner, to ensure the overall business plan and goals of the company are implemented and met successfully.

• Provide input on the HR implications of business and operational decisions / plans, being taken (workforce planning, succession planning, and skills assessment.)

• Prepare and deliver weekly updates as a member of the executive team while providing regular updates to the VP of Human Resources for the Trump Organisation in New York.

• Maintain strong budget awareness and possess an understanding of revenues and expenses in managing costs effectively, especially organisational payroll through weekly payroll meetings.

• Payroll control ensuring time sheets are checked and schedules are reviewed to ensure they are kept within targets set by the company. 

• Contribute to the broader global HR team, working beyond the local remit as may be required.

• Drive associate engagement through leading the company’s Groundbreaking program while consistently promoting the Trump Cultural Foundation, Pillars of Success, Circle of Commitments and Never Settle philosophy.

• Lead the HR team and office where excellence, professionalism and integrity are paramount, ensuring confidentiality  and that all associate information and personal details are maintained securely. 

• Work with departmental managers to attract, hire and retain the most suitable candidates for Trump International Doonbeg while maintaining a keen focus on associate development at all times.

• Participate and consistently support departmental managers in the areas of performance reviews, associate behaviour and issues that may arise from time to time that may involve disciplinary action.

• Ensure that all HR processes are legally compliant and conducted in line with legislation while consistently adopting the principles of reasonableness and fairness.

• Guide the organisation through periods of change as required.

• Drive compensation and benefits strategies in partnership with the General Manager and Director of Finance.

• Analyse training needs in collaboration with the Training and Development Manager. 

• Ongoing development and review of HR policies and procedures ensuring that the company remains consistent with current legislation and good practice. 

• Develop and drive initiatives to ensure a positive working environment and culture to include associate recognition programs, social events, well-being and welfare to ensure ongoing positive associate engagement.

• Manage and champion those areas of welfare that are important to associates (e.g.; uniforms, associate canteen and changing facilities, associate housing. etc.) 

• Manage and drive the annual associate survey process, ensuring subsequent results are communicated, actioned and reported to HQ as requested.

• Duty management shifts. (normally 1 per month).

• Maintain a strong and positive working relationship with all relevant agencies and stakeholders that support the HR function e.g. IBEC, IHF, Medmark, Failte Ireland, Great Places to Work, and all relevant third level institutions.

The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list and you will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests or duties as directed by management.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management. 

• Strong knowledge and significant experience in employment law.

• CIPD Qualification. MCIPD is desirable.

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in Human Resource Management, particularly in the hospitality sector is an advantage. 

• A strong leader who is a clear thinker, empathetic and decisive.

• Excellent literary and business skills.

• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Strong judgement, the ability to think strategically, execute tactically and collaborate across many teams and levels.

• A team player who is resourceful and self-motivating.

BENEFITS

• Regularly stocked canteen for meals, snacks and beverages while on duty.

• Discounts for family and friends in our Spa, Hotel & Golf course. 

• Paid birthday off.

• Discounted staff and friends and family rates available in other group properties in the United States and the United Kingdom.

• Free Car parking.

• Regular staff appreciation initiatives.

• Opportunities to develop and grow through assisted educational opportunities.

• Sick Benefit scheme.

• Company Pension program.

Job description – Director of Human Resources

Trump International Doonbeg is a coastal haven, hidden on a sheltered corner of the Wild Atlantic Way where world-class golf meets an intimate Spa, amazing food and access to the best activities, culture, heritage and one of the most picturesque settings Ireland has to offer for conferences, meeting, incentives and special events.

Recognised among the best championship Links Courses in the world and named best Golf Resort in Ireland by the Irish Golf Tour Operators Association. At the heart of the resort is the Irish Country house hotel with one of Ireland's best Hotel Restaurants, the Ocean View Restaurant. And Ocean is a recurring theme, ever present with stunning views of the rolling waves and the rugged landscape stretching as far as the eye can see to the Cliffs of Moher.

Certified as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK®, Trump International Doonbeg is home to a proud and motivated workforce of over 300 staff during high season, offering a world class 5 Star Hotel workplace, with the beauty and balance of west Clare living.

Job Title:                             Director of Human Resources

Department:                     A&G

Responsible To:                General Manager

Type of Contract:             Full-time, Permanent

Main Purpose of Job: To plan, direct, and coordinate the Human Resource function of Trump International, Doonbeg in association with all relevant stakeholders within the business. 

To ensure compliance with good practice, and current legislation while providing strategic direction, planning and expertise to ensure the company’s workforce is productive, engaged and treated professionally and with care while in their roles within the company.

In Summary: Be the ‘leader, benchmark and example’ of how associates are managed, treated and communicated at Trump International, Doonbeg.

Liaises with: All Departments

MAIN DUTIES

• Be a clear and effective communicator who has the ability to prepare a robust HR strategy, leading to the successful delivery of a HR plan that will ensure company goals are met and exceeded. 

• Collaboration with the leadership team as a business partner, to ensure the overall business plan and goals of the company are implemented and met successfully.

• Provide input on the HR implications of business and operational decisions / plans, being taken (workforce planning, succession planning, and skills assessment.)

• Prepare and deliver weekly updates as a member of the executive team while providing regular updates to the VP of Human Resources for the Trump Organisation in New York.

• Maintain strong budget awareness and possess an understanding of revenues and expenses in managing costs effectively, especially organisational payroll through weekly payroll meetings.

• Payroll control ensuring time sheets are checked and schedules are reviewed to ensure they are kept within targets set by the company. 

• Contribute to the broader global HR team, working beyond the local remit as may be required.

• Drive associate engagement through leading the company’s Groundbreaking program while consistently promoting the Trump Cultural Foundation, Pillars of Success, Circle of Commitments and Never Settle philosophy.

• Lead the HR team and office where excellence, professionalism and integrity are paramount, ensuring confidentiality  and that all associate information and personal details are maintained securely. 

• Work with departmental managers to attract, hire and retain the most suitable candidates for Trump International Doonbeg while maintaining a keen focus on associate development at all times.

• Participate and consistently support departmental managers in the areas of performance reviews, associate behaviour and issues that may arise from time to time that may involve disciplinary action.

• Ensure that all HR processes are legally compliant and conducted in line with legislation while consistently adopting the principles of reasonableness and fairness.

• Guide the organisation through periods of change as required.

• Drive compensation and benefits strategies in partnership with the General Manager and Director of Finance.

• Analyse training needs in collaboration with the Training and Development Manager. 

• Ongoing development and review of HR policies and procedures ensuring that the company remains consistent with current legislation and good practice. 

• Develop and drive initiatives to ensure a positive working environment and culture to include associate recognition programs, social events, well-being and welfare to ensure ongoing positive associate engagement.

• Manage and champion those areas of welfare that are important to associates (e.g.; uniforms, associate canteen and changing facilities, associate housing. etc.) 

• Manage and drive the annual associate survey process, ensuring subsequent results are communicated, actioned and reported to HQ as requested.

• Duty management shifts. (normally 1 per month).

• Maintain a strong and positive working relationship with all relevant agencies and stakeholders that support the HR function e.g. IBEC, IHF, Medmark, Failte Ireland, Great Places to Work, and all relevant third level institutions.

The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list and you will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests or duties as directed by management.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management. 

• Strong knowledge and significant experience in employment law.

• CIPD Qualification. MCIPD is desirable.

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in Human Resource Management, particularly in the hospitality sector is an advantage. 

• A strong leader who is a clear thinker, empathetic and decisive.

• Excellent literary and business skills.

• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Strong judgement, the ability to think strategically, execute tactically and collaborate across many teams and levels.

• A team player who is resourceful and self-motivating.

BENEFITS

• Regularly stocked canteen for meals, snacks and beverages while on duty.

• Discounts for family and friends in our Spa, Hotel & Golf course. 

• Paid birthday off.

• Discounted staff and friends and family rates available in other group properties in the United States and the United Kingdom.

• Free Car parking.

• Regular staff appreciation initiatives.

• Opportunities to develop and grow through assisted educational opportunities.

• Sick Benefit scheme.

• Company Pension program.