People & Culture Manager (HR)

Hotel Indigo Williamsburg Brooklyn People & Culture Manager

Hotel Indigo Williamsburg Brooklyn is a vibrant, design-forward boutique hotel that reflects the spirit of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Managed by StepStone Hospitality, we are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences while cultivating a people-first workplace culture.

The People & Culture Manager will lead all Human Resources functions for the property, serving as a strategic partner to leadership and a champion for employee engagement. This role will utilize Paylocity to manage HR operations including payroll, onboarding, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations and performance management
• Administer payroll, benefits, and HRIS through Paylocity
• Ensure compliance with all federal, New York State, and local labor laws
• Drive employee engagement, culture-building, and recognition programs
• Maintain accurate HR records and reporting
• Partner with StepStone Hospitality leadership on workforce planning
• Support training, development, and succession planning efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3–5+ years of HR experience, ideally within hospitality or lifestyle brands
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred)
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in boutique or independent hotel environments
• Strong coaching, conflict resolution, and leadership development skills
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting

EEOC: StepStone Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.