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HR Manager - 1 year Maternity Cover Contract

Windward Management - Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
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HR Manager - 1 year Maternity Cover Contract

Human Resources Manager - 1 year Maternity Cover Contract

The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is currently recruiting for experienced Human Resources Manager to join the Team. 

About this role

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all recruitment and selection for the property, including internal hiring and succession planning.

  • Drive Training and Development amongst the staff to ensure that our talent is ready to take the next steps in their careers.

  • Create & drive the engagement strategy within the hotel.

  • Maintain employee compliance standards for the hotel, including proper HR Records and documentation.

  • Oversee the payroll budget for the hotel through the Time Management system.

  • Manage grievances and disciplinary processes in a fair, consistent, and timely manner. provide guidance and coaching to line managers and supervisors on handling employee relations issues.

  • Act as a trusted advisor for conflict resolution and performance management.

  • Coach and mentor line managers and supervisors to strengthen leadership capability.

  • Provide training on HR policies, performance management, and employee engagement.

 

About this role

Candidate Requirements:

  • Previous experience in HR role, ideally in a 4 star Hotel or customer-focused environment.

  • Proactive by nature and a self-starter.

  • 3rd level qualification in HRM, Business or similar. CIPD qualification is preferred.

  • Experience in driving employee engagement.

  • Ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the business.

  • Ability to multi-task & prioritize

  • Excellent attention to detail is required

Perks and Benefits of working at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel

  • Very competitive salary

  • Complimentary Leisure Club Membership (21m pool, gym, sauna & steam room)

  • PRSA pension scheme

  • Career progression opportunities across the Windward group

  • Employee Assistance Programme & Digital Wellness Programme

  • Complimentary, high quality meals on duty

  • Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties and our sister hotel

  • Discounted Friends and Family rates

  • Christmas Savings Scheme

  • Refer-a-friend recruitment bonus scheme

  • Training and development opportunities dedicated to your career path

  • Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the month and team appreciation days

  • Cycle-to-work scheme and Uniform provided

References:

  • All employment offers made are subject to a valid work permit and us receiving a satisfactory reference

About Windward Management Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is managed by Windward Management. Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 keys* in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners.

Join us today as a Human Resources Manager!

Important Information
Location:Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, Ireland, Co. Kilkenny, R95 Y5CX
Date Posted:28th July 2026
Closing Date:19th September 2026
Industry:Hospitality
Job Type:Temp / Contract
Salary:Based on Experience

HR Manager - 1 year Maternity Cover Contract

Windward Management
Kilkenny
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