Assistant Director of Talent & Culture

What you will be doing: This position supports the management of the Talent & Culture Department of the property and pertains to all areas which support the Fairmont philosophy of creating an environment where each and every colleague is recognized and feels valued for their contributions.This role will support leaders and colleagues in all elements of the Talent Journey including: Employer Branding, Talent Selection, Induction & Onboarding, Performance Management & Feedback, Colleague Engagement, Learning & Development, Talent Management, Career Management, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Policies & Procedures, Recognition, Compensation & Benefits, Health & Wellness, and Corporate Social Responsibility with the objective of providing business support to all departments through collaboration and coaching.  Manage the day-to-day operations of the Talent & Culture DepartmentLead and provide support to the Talent & Culture team membersConsistently offer professional, friendly and engaging serviceBe a role model within the hotel and exhibit and practice professional leadership skills, which are fully aligned with our culture, values and pillarsPromote positive Colleague relations through an environment that encourages open communication, trust, mutual respect, and funThe ability to organize, attend and participate in management of employee functionsAssist the Director of Talent & Culture in assessing organizational needs, developing aligned Talent & Culture solutions and implement strategies in the areas of employee relations, recruitment, retention administration and Colleague wellnessMaintain relationships with local schools, colleagues and universitiesManage and oversee the recruitment processImplement retention strategies to fulfill business need objectivesSupport an environment which promotes open ongoing feedback and coaching to bridge gaps for better performanceAssist Departmental Leaders with the development of specific action plans to address issues and concerns identified in Colleague feedbackAssist Managers in setting objectives and goals for supervisor and assistant managersSupport the implementation of Talent & Culture strategiesProvide advice on employment legislation and developments in labor laws, Employment Standards, Collective Bargaining AgreementCommunicate Talent & Culture policies and procedures to all leaders and colleaguesPromote work-life balance to achieve a healthy workforce in each departmentSupport the motivation of talent through regular activities through the hotelEnsure employee final pay is accurate, timely, and in keeping with legislative requirementsComplete exit interviews with departing colleaguesAdvance positive employee relations by building effective working relationships with all constituentsProvide assistance and support with employee relations issuesProvide support in Colleague coaching and counselingConduct disciplinary meetings when requiredProcess and maintain confidential information and properly document information for payroll purposesProvide assistance related to employee relations such as direct line committee organization, employee communication, bulletin boards, employee of the month program, employee picnics, parties and general meetingsFollow and enforce policies and proceduresFollow all safety policiesParticipate in the departmental financial budgeting and month-end processesAssist the team in performing administrative duties within the departmentPerform other duties as assigned