Assistant Director of Talent & Culture

Company Description In the heart of Knox Street, a bold new way of life is taking shape. A revolutionary destination that will transform Dallas forever, The Knox, Auberge Collection will debut in 2026 as the city’s most captivating new address a tapestry of bold design envisioned by the internationally acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. The hotel offers 140 artfully imagined guest rooms and suites, each layered with texture, glamour, and character. In the heart of Knox Street, a bold new way of life is taking shape. A revolutionary destination that will transform Dallas forever, The Knox, Auberge Collection will debut in 2026 as the city’s most captivating new address a tapestry of bold design envisioned by the internationally acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. The hotel offers 140 artfully imagined guest rooms and suites, each layered with texture, glamour, and character. Guests drift between four distinctive dining and drinking venues, from an all-day salon and terrace to the magnetic hum of a hidden cocktail lounge and lively pool garden. A collection of beautifully appointed event spaces each designed for intimate gatherings and grand celebrations alike—offers an elegant backdrop to host the city’s most memorable moments. The hotel will also introduce a signature Wellbeing by Auberge concept, where skin-health rituals meet cutting‑edge therapies in a convivial yet serene setting. Job Description At The Knox, we know a strong culture isn’t built overnight — it’s shaped with intention, consistency, and leaders who genuinely care about people. We’re searching for an Assistant Director of Talent & Culture (Human Resources) who will champion our values, elevate our employee experience, and drive initiatives that help our team thrive. This position will report directly to the Director of Talent & Culture and be a part of the pre‑opening team. If you’re passionate about creating an inclusive, high‑performance workplace where people feel supported and inspired, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Provide strategic and operational leadership across all T&C functions. Implement and continuously improve policies, programs, and processes that support growth, engagement, and organizational health. Partner with leadership to ensure recruitment and retention consistently executed Serve as a trusted resource for team members at all levels, offering guidance on Talent & Culture matters. Build strong relationships and promote open communication across the organization. Foster an environment that champions inclusivity, respect, and collaboration. Develop and execute culture‑building initiatives, events, and engagement strategies. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts throughout the organization. Support the creation of programs that reinforce a positive, people‑focused workplace. Qualifications Experience in HR, Talent, and Culture‑focused roles required, ideally with 2 years of leadership responsibilities Strong communication and relationship‑building skills required 3+ years of recruitment experience and a passion for building inclusive, high‑engagement hospitality environments Bi‑lingual (English and Spanish) is a plus Luxury Hotel experience is strongly preferred Pre‑opening experience is strongly preferred Additional Information Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one‑of‑a‑kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. For more information: auberge.com Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge About Friedkin Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo. The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus. For more information, please visit The Knox Hotel Employer LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. The Knox Hotel Employer LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Knox Hotel Employer LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr