Location Overview
Join our team in Amangalla. Amangalla lies within the ramparts of Sri Lanka’s 17th-century Galle Fort, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Offering views of the Fort and harbour on one side and the hotel’s lush gardens and swimming pool on the other, the historic residence presents lofty-ceilinged suites, elegant dining and a tranquil Aman Spa complete with Hydrotherapy Suites.
Role
We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Human Resources Director, to join our Aman family. Based at our Amangalla property the cluster role will oversee both our Sri Lankan properties, Amangalla and Amanwella. The Cluster Human Resources Director will lead Human Resources functions across both properties, including employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation & benefits, and organizational development. Additionally, this role will be pivotal in managing budgeting, implementing sustainable practices, overseeing employee engagement initiatives, and developing a coaching culture to empower teams.
Responsibilities
- Strategic HR Leadership: Align HR strategies with business goals and lead the HR team to drive innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Budget Management: Develop and oversee the HR budget, analyze costs, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
- Compensation and Benefits: Conduct market benchmarking, manage pay structures, and ensure internal equity and competitiveness.
- Employee Engagement: Drive initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and follow up on engagement surveys with actionable plans.
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability: Lead corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives aligned with company values.
- Employee Relations: Handle complex grievances and disciplinary cases while advising managers and ensuring legal compliance.
- Policy and Compliance: Maintain up-to-date employee policies and ensure adherence to local and national labor laws.
- Talent Development: Implement leadership and growth programs to support succession planning and employee development.
- Coaching Culture: Foster a coaching mindset across the organization to enhance managerial effectiveness and team performance.
- Human Resource Service Quality: Ensure high-quality, consistent Human Resource service delivery across all functions through mentoring and team leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or Human Resource certification.
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resource experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role, preferably within a multi-unit or cluster setting.
- Proven expertise in compensation and benefits, employee relations, budget management, and employment law.
- Demonstrated experience in building and leading employee engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and drive change across a diverse organization.
- Analytical and strategic thinker with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
About the Benefits
Aman Group offers competitive benefits including exciting international career growth in a company that is expanding rapidly.
If you are ready to take on the challenge of shaping the future of this unique property and creating unforgettable guest experiences, we invite you to apply to join our team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Master's degree or Human Resource certification
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resource experience
- Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in a multi-unit setting
- Proven expertise in compensation and benefits, employee relations, budget management, and employment law
- Demonstrated experience in employee engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and strategic thinker with high emotional intelligence
What We Do
t Aman we are on a mission to create the world’s ultimate luxury lifestyle brand; hotels, resorts, experiences and products which transform our guests’ perspectives and daily lives. To achieve our ambitions, we capitalise on our unique combination of world-class and diverse talent, unmatched design, and access to locations, cultures and experiences few are privy to. We live by the ‘Aman way of life’ – a mindset shared by our guests and employees which creates a lifelong sense of belonging driven by our values of: Investing in individuality – fostering an environment where each person can push boundaries, take risks and challenge norms. Nurturing pathfinder spirit – exploring experiences, opportunities and locations which transform into new exciting ventures. Acting like owners – taking the charge, leading by example and an immense sense of pride in their work. Celebrating communities – ensuring that every member of our community is looked after and nurtured in a compassionate, respectful and collaborative manner
