Temporary Human Resources Manager

Location: New York, NY

Employment Type: Temporary / Leave Coverage

Department: Human Resources

POSITION PURPOSE: (This is a temporary position designed to provide coverage during an employee leave of absence.)

Cipriani is seeking an experienced Temporary Human Resources Manager to provide leave coverage for a member of our HR leadership team. This individual will help ensure continuity of day-to-day HR operations while providing hands-on support to employees and management.

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded HR professional with strong employee relations experience, excellent judgment, and the ability to step into a fast-paced hospitality environment and quickly build relationships across all levels of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Manage day-to-day Human Resources operations and serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers
• Partner with department leaders on employee relations matters, performance management, coaching, and workplace concerns
• Provide guidance regarding company policies, procedures, and HR best practices
• Support employee onboarding, offboarding, and other key employee lifecycle processes
• Coordinate and administer HR documentation, personnel changes, and employee records
• Support attendance, leave, benefits, and payroll-related matters in partnership with the appropriate internal teams
• Assist managers with disciplinary documentation, performance improvement plans, and employee conversations
• Ensure HR practices and documentation remain compliant with applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and department leadership regarding staffing needs and hiring activity as needed
• Support HR initiatives, employee engagement efforts, and special projects
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee matters
• Ensure a seamless transition and continuity of HR operations throughout the leave coverage period
• Provide on-site HR support across multiple Cipriani locations throughout New York City

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably including HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or HR Generalist experience
• Strong employee relations and performance management experience
• Working knowledge of New York employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Experience supporting a high-volume, fast-paced workforce
• Hospitality, luxury, restaurant, hotel, or other service-driven industry experience is strongly preferred
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems; ADP Workforce Now experience is preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing needs, and quickly adapt to an established organization
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
• Multi-site HR experience is strongly preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly between Cipriani locations throughout New York City as business needs require

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Endurance to withstand long hours of standing, walking, and repetitive motions.
• Lift and carry objects, weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, reach, and perform physical tasks.
• Adherence to proper lifting techniques and ergonomics to prevent strain or injury while performing job duties.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Cipriani is an equal opportunity employer.