People & Culture Manager - Taormina

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About The Location:

Perched on a rocky promontory high above the Ionian Sea, the iconic San Domenico Palace welcomes you to a 14th-century convent reimagined. Swim in our clifftop infinity pool, stroll in magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin-starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty.

About The Role

We currently have an amazing opportunity for an experienced and creative People & Culture Manager to join our team at San Domenico Palace Taormina, a Four Seasons Hotel.

What you will do

• Will be responsible to support the People and Culture strategy and execution in the day to day running of the People and Culture function
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals, focusing on talent development, retention, and well-being.
• Monitor employee satisfaction and feedback, using data to drive continuous improvement in workplace experience.
• Create and adhere to an annual budget for People & Culture Department including benefits, labor & salary reports and plan cost effective events within the People & Culture Department budget guidelines.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors while maintaining the confidentiality of People & Culture.

What You Bring

• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in HR leadership roles, preferably in dynamic or hospitality environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Experience in talent development, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement programs.
• Fluent in both English and Italian, with the ability to communicate clearly in both languages.
• Legal right to work in Italy.
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Meals available at our Employee Restaurant 
• Laundry service for work clothes
• Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year 
• Experience in talent development, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement programs.
• Fluent in both English and Italian, with the ability to communicate clearly in both languages.
• Legal right to work in Italy.
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Meals available at our Employee Restaurant 
• Laundry service for work clothes
• Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year 

What We Offer:

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential 

Schedule & Hours:

• This is a full-time position

You must possess the legal right to work in Italy.