CORP - VP PEOPLE RESOURCES & DEVELOPMENT

About 24Seven Hotels 24Seven Hotels is a leading third-party hotel management company headquartered in Irvine, California, managing a growing portfolio of premium, upscale, and lifestyle hotels across top brands including Marriott and Hilton. We are driven by a people-first philosophy, believing exceptional guest experiences start with exceptional teams. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking, and operational excellence, supported by strong ownership partnerships and a commitment to long-term growth. Position Overview The 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 Responsibilities People 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