Recruiting Specialist

Recruiting Specialist

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego's only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego.

As a Recruiting Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the hotel's recruitment and onboarding efforts. This position is primarily focused on recruitment coordination, onboarding and supporting internal movement of talent. It is ideal for a highly organized tech savvy individual who enjoys working with people and managing details in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Be Doing Recruitment and Hiring:

• Coordinate and manage the recruitment process from job posting through to hire
• Presents qualified candidates to hiring managers for final selection
• Partner with leaders to understand hiring needs and supporting timely staffing
• Track candidate progress and maintain accurate records in recruitment system (SmartRecruiters)

Pre- Hire and Onboarding:

• Manages the pre-hire process including background checks, offers and system entry
• Coordinates and supports new hire orientation, ensuring a welcoming and organized first day experience
• Serves as point of contact for candidates and new hires throughout the onboarding

Internal Mobility Support:

• Supports employees through internal and temporary transfer program
• Provides clear guidance on eligibility, timeliness and application steps
• Maintains accurate tracking and documentation

System, Reporting & Administration:

• Maintain recruitment systems and ensure data accuracy
• Supports reporting on recruitment, turnover and hiring activity
• Ensures processes align with company standards, policies and applicable laws.
• Utilize recruitment and assessment platforms effectively, supporting hiring managers as needed
• Ensure that all of the administration of recruitment and retention standards are met in alignment with Brand Standards

Employer Branding & Community Engagement:

• Support recruitment marketing efforts through social media and community outreach
• Assist in promoting the hotel as an employer of choice
• Participate in job fairs, school partnership and local recruitment initiatives

General People & Culture Support:

• Provide administrative support across People and Culture functions as needed
• Responds to employee and candidate inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Supports engagement initiatives and participates in hotel committees

Qualifications:

• Strong Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Service oriented mindset with a focus on candidate and employee experience
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and recruitment systems
• Comfortable learning and navigating multiple systems and platforms
• Professional, approachable and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language.
• Bilingual in Spanish is an asset
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Must be service oriented and capable of communicating effectively with persons involved in all levels of authority, both internally and externally.
• Service oriented mindset with a focus on creating a positive candidate and employee experience
• Ability to create a community which supports a collaborative environment
• Strong relationship builder
• Multicultural awareness and able to work with communities and people from diverse backgrounds
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Highly responsible
• Self-Confident and able to communicate easily with all levels of an organization from line colleagues to Executives

Experience:

• Previous experience in Human Resources, recruitment or administrative support preferred
• Prior hospitality experience is desirable
• Previous experience in Talent Acquisition a strong asset
• Experience supporting high volume or fast paced environments a plus
• Comfortable working with systems and technology (experience ATS platforms such as SmartRecruiters preferred)

Education:

• Degree in Human Resources or previous experience in People & Culture (Human Resources) is an asset

Employee Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

Our Values:

• Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
• Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
• Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
• Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.