Position OverviewThe Vice President of People Resources & Development serves as the senior-most HR leader for 24Seven Hotels, responsible for shaping and executing the company's overall people strategy across corporate and property-level operations.
This role blends strategic leadership and hands-on execution, overseeing all HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, leadership development, compliance, payroll, benefits, and culture initiatives.
As a key member of the executive team, this leader will partner closely with the President/CEO, ownership groups, and hotel leadership to build scalable people programs that drive performance, engagement, and retention across a multi-property portfolio.
Key ResponsibilitiesPeople Strategy & Executive Leadership- As VP of People Recourses & Development you will serve as the senior HR advisor to executive leadership, ownership groups, and General Managers
- Develop and execute a comprehensive People & Culture strategy aligned with business objectives in compensation, labor relations and compliance.
- Drive organizational design, talent strategy, culture building and succession planning across the portfolio
- Lead and mentor the People Resources & Development team while building a high-performing HR function
HR Operations & Business Partnership- Oversee all HR operations across corporate and hotel teams, ensuring consistency and scalability
- Partner with General Managers and regional leaders as the primary HR business partner
- Provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, and leadership effectiveness
- Ensure standardized HR practices and operational excellence across all properties
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development- Lead enterprise-wide recruiting strategy, including leadership hiring for General Managers and key roles
- Oversee employer branding and pipeline development within the hospitality industry
- Design and implement structured onboarding programs and leadership development pathways
- Drive succession planning and internal career growth initiatives
Culture, Engagement & Leadership Development- Champion and evolve 24Seven Hotels' "People First" culture throughout the organization
- Lead employee engagement strategies, surveys, and action planning
- Develop programs that increase retention, recognition, and employee satisfaction
- Build leadership capability through coaching, training, and development initiatives
Payroll, Benefits & Total Rewards- Oversee payroll operations ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across multiple locations
- Manage benefits programs including health, retirement, and ancillary offerings
- Continuously evaluate and enhance total rewards to remain competitive
Compliance, Risk Management & Labor Relations- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with deep expertise in California labor regulations, along with (AZ, CO, ID and WA)
- Oversee workers' compensation programs, claim management, and return-to-work strategies
- Guide audits, investigations, and legal matters in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
- Mitigate risk through proactive policies and training
Learning, Development & Performance Management- Lead company-wide training initiatives and performance review frameworks
- Implement leadership development programs for General Managers and emerging leaders
- Ensure alignment between performance management systems and business goals
Leadership & Team Oversight- Lead a team that may include:
- Director / Senior HR Leaders
- Recruiting & Onboarding Manager
- HR Generalists / Administrators
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualifications- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in hospitality or multi-location environments
- Proven success leading enterprise HR strategy and operations
- Deep knowledge of California labor laws and multi-state compliance
- Experience overseeing recruiting, onboarding, leadership development, and HR systems
- Strong executive presence with experience partnering with C-level leadership and ownership groups
Key Competencies- Strategic thinker with strong operational execution
- Collaborative, influential leader and trusted advisor
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Passion for developing hospitality leaders and teams
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action
Why Join 24Seven Hotels- Opportunity to shape and scale the People Resources function in a growing company
- High-impact, high-visibility executive leadership role
- Competitive executive compensation
- Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on people and performance
- Direct influence on company growth, culture, and long-term success
