Director, People & Culture

Experience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are!

DIRECTOR, PEOPLE & CULTURE 

Are you a visionary People & Culture leader with a passion for building high-performing teams, shaping an exceptional workplace culture, and elevating the employee experience? Join Fairmont Hotel Vancouver as a key member of our Executive Committee, where you will lead all People & Culture initiatives within a world-class luxury hotel environment.

Why Join Us

• Lead People & Culture at a historic Vancouver landmark, celebrated for excellence in hospitality and employee experience.
• Shape a culture of engagement, inclusion, and professional growth – over 60% of leadership promotions come from within.
• Drive labor relations and colleague experience in a unionized environment with a proactive, collaborative approach.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, pension, RRSP/TFSA programs, colleague travel discounts at 5,500+ Accor hotels, dining perks, and paid time off.
• Competitive salary starting at $160,000, commensurate with experience.

Your Impact

• Act as a strategic partner to the Executive Committee, aligning People & Culture strategies with business goals.
• Lead the People & Culture team, fostering professional development and high performance.
• Drive talent management, colleague engagement, and succession planning initiatives.
• Champion positive labor relations, proactively managing union interactions and colleague relations.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian and BC employment legislation, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Shape and promote Fairmont’s Service and Brand Culture, creating a workplace where people thrive.

You Bring

• 7–10 years of senior People & Culture/HR experience, with pr
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