People & Culture (Human Resource) Manager in Training (Ultimate Leader Program Trainee)

Hotel Bel-Air's People & Culture Manager in Training is a fixed 12-month program focused on Learning & Development, onboarding, and employee relations. Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of the People & Culture structure, with a primary emphasis on Learning & Development; learn operating standards, and clearly explain policies on attendance, grooming, benefits, and conduct aligned with the hotel’s mission, values, and Pledge. Support an elite service culture through ongoing education; while L&D is the main focus, you will also learn our digital HR ecosystem and navigate HRIS platforms including Talent-Soft, DC Legends, LEX, and Paycom, while gaining insight into ESG and sustainability goals. Champion effective communication for all L&D initiatives and P&C events across channels such as bulletin boards, corporate emails, and daily lineups to ensure training alignment across the hotel team. Progress toward independently managing educational initiatives; shadow the Learning & Development Manager, deliver Dorchester training programs and California compliance sessions, and design and lead live training modules in a leadership capacity. Gain cross-functional exposure to the full talent acquisition cycle, shadow skills-based screenings and interviews, and oversee the onboarding process to illustrate the link between onboarding and ongoing training success. Document and observe employee relations matters to understand how ongoing training mitigates operational challenges; contribute to employee engagement and plan diverse events to elevate morale and reinforce educational goals while celebrating team culture. Bring the Dorchester Collection values to life — Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together, and Creativity — contributing to the hotel’s legacy. Requirements Bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team. Strong ability to build relationships and connect with colleagues across functions. Excellent communication skills with a customer service orientation. English is the primary language used; you can communicate effectively in English. Prior experience in a luxury hospitality setting is preferred. Basic familiarity with human resources practices, labor standards, or training compliance. Completed degree in one of the following areas within one year of program start: hospitality, human resources, sales & marketing, food & beverage, or business administration. Technologies Talent-Soft DC Legends LEX Paycom Benefits Medical, dental, and vision benefits Pension or 401(k) plan Sick time Paid time off Free meals on duty Complimentary laundry service Exclusive access to a discount platform with thousands of retailers Complimentary stays with breakfast at all Dorchester Collection hotels, once per year at each property 50% off at restaurants within Dorchester Collection hotels Compensation: $29.83 per hour Position Location USA 701 Stone Canyon Road, 90077 Los Angeles #J-18808-Ljbffr Hotel Bel-Air