Job Description

Join our dynamic and passionate People and Culture Team, where excellence meets innovation! We are a renowned hotel company committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a vibrant, inclusive workplace. Our values--Passionate, Real, Inspiring, Dynamic, Excellent--are at the heart of everything we do.


This is a regional role - you will look after 4/5 hotels in the home counties area of England.


We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Area People and Culture Manager to oversee People and Culture operations across multiple hotel properties. This role is pivotal in driving our people strategy, ensuring our teams are engaged, inspired, and aligned with our company values.

This is a regional role - you will look after 4/5 hotels in the home counties area of England.

As the Area People and Culture Manager, you will develop and implement People and Culture strategies that support our business objectives and promote a high-performance culture. You'll support on recruitment to attract top talent, foster a positive work environment to enhance employee satisfaction and retention, and oversee performance management processes.


Additionally, you'll identify training needs and coordinate development programs, ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, and analyze People and Culture data to drive continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking someone with proven experience as an HR / People and Culture Manager,

preferably in the hospitality industry

. Strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a strategic mindset are essential. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, passionate about people, and committed to our company values.

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family

Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just 30 Bed and Breakfast. Discounted stays for friends and family. 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars. Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled. Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more. Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme. Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at 250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just 5 per month.

Supporting your hospitality career growth

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes. Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role. Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated.

Fancy joining our team?

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.



Across the UK, we currently operate 37 hotels across leading brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, voco, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hotel Indigo, AC by Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott. We continue to have ambitious development and growth plans for 2025 and beyond.