Assistant Director, Talent & Culture (Maternity Leave Coverage) - Jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia

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Job DescriptionAssistant Director of Talentamp; Culture (Maternity Leave Coverage)We #39;re seeking a passionate Talentamp; Culture leader to join our team for maternity leave coverage. If you #39;re ready to inspire positive change, foster an inclusive work environment, and enhance the colleague experience, we want to hear from you!This leadership position supports the management of the Talentamp; Culture Department, ensuring alignment with the Fairmont philosophy of fostering an environment where each colleague is recognized, valued, and supported for their contributions.In this role, you will lead the implementation of all aspects of the Talent Journey, including Employer Branding, Talent Selection, Onboarding, Performance Management, Colleague Engagement, Learningamp; Development, Diversityamp; Inclusion, Compensationamp; Benefits, and Healthamp; Wellness. Your efforts will directly contribute to the success of the hotel by enhancing the colleague experience and supporting the development of an engaged and motivated team.What is in it for you:

• An inclusive, empowering, and positive workplace, where we place people at the heart of everything we do
• The opportunity to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who strive to make the world a more welcoming place
• The opportunity to live, work and play across the world through our employee travel and internal transfer programs
• A competitive salary starting at $75,000
• Complimentary meal through our Colleague Dining Program
• Complimentary dry-cleaning of business attire
• Complimentary hotel stay with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
• Employee benefit card offering discounted room and foodamp; beverage rates at Fairmontamp; Accor properties worldwide
• The opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment and a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939
• Free learning programs through our Academies and discounted eCornell courses
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Annual paid vacation, sick leave, up to statutory holidays and birthday leave
• A comprehensive benefits package including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• A company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
• A monthly travel reimbursement for TransLink monthly passes

What you will be doing:

• Assist in leading the day-to-day operation of the Talentamp; Culture Department, focusing on maximizing the capabilities of the team, ensuring all Talentamp; Culture core standards are being adhered to, and ensuring smooth and effective processes
• Ensure Talentamp; Culture colleagues are trained, informed and supported in carrying out their daily responsibilities
• Serve as a role model by consistently demonstrating professional leadership, aligning actions with Fairmont’s values, culture, and pillars; fostering a positive and supportive environment
• Promote positive colleague relations by creating an environment of open communication, trust, and mutual respect
• Act as an internal consultant to provide expert coaching and guidance on employment legislation, compliance with labor laws, employment standards, human rights, Collective Bargaining Agreements, Talentamp; Culture policies and procedures, programs, and colleague relations
• Ensure compliance with all corporate, regional and hotel policies, procedures and administration; and governmental regulations in all aspects of the human resources function
• Support and drive initiatives related to colleague relations, colleague wellness, talent management, performance feedback, and career development
• Collaborate with Departmental Leaders on job related issues, personal and career development and performance management
• Manage colleague engagement events/ functions and hotel-wide activities such as recognition program, etc. ensuring a positive and inclusive environment
• Support employee exit processes, including conducting exit interviews and ensuring accurate, timely final pay in accordance with legal requirements
• Assist with employee relations issues, including coaching, counseling, and conducting disciplinary meetings when necessary
• Foster and promote positive employee engagement and relations through an environment of trust, mutual respect, inclusion, empowerment, integrity and open communication
• Perform duties of the Director, Talentamp; Culture in their absence
• Assist with all general office administration and reception and other duties as required
• Other duties as assigned