Asst. Director of HR - The Newbury Boston

Company: The Newbury Boston
Location: Boston
Posted on: March 4, 2026

Job Description:

Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com Location: The Newbury Boston at One Newbury Street, located in the premier shopping and dining neighborhood of Boston’s Back Bay is an iconic property originally opened in 1927 as one of the first Ritz-Carlton hotels in the U.S. and most recently was the Taj Boston. The building was recently transformed into a 286-room luxury hotel with 16,000-sq-ft of stunning event spaces, signature dining experiences and a reimagined front entrance on Newbury Street. Overview: The Assistant Director of Human Resources is responsible for assisting the Director of Human Resources with a variety of Human Resources functions. He/she is also responsible for filling all hourly positions in a timely manner, accurate and timely completion of paperwork, and the understanding and enforcement of company policies. Responsibilities: Assist in labor relations matters. Conduct meetings with staff and union representatives. Administer insurance benefits, calculate billing totals, explain benefits, assist with completion of enrollment forms, and answer questions. Compile review list and distribute to departments. Compile Turnover Report, copy and distribute. Enter payroll information on computer (wage information, changes) and submit for final payroll submission. Conduct prescreening interviews. Respond to unemployment claims, maintain unemployment logbook. Maintain new hire, termination, transfer and promotion logbook. Audit hours worked in payroll reports for eligibility of benefits. Compile wage surveys. Monitor and maintain Leave of Absence log. Monitor Workman’s Compensation claims, complete First Report of Injury and Employers Report of Industrial Injury. Maintain First Aid log and participate in Safety Committee Meetings ensuring monthly action items are addressed in maintaining a culture of safety. Answer questions regarding 401K Plan, vacation and benefits (insured and noninsured). Prepare and place recruitment advertising. Process paperwork for terminating employees. Schedule Orientation. Assist in Orientation – explain benefits, conduct tour of property. Write articles and take pictures for property newsletter. Assist with special projects; plan employee events (meetings, picnics, parties). Qualifications: A 4-year college degree At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources Management experience in a hotel or a related industry; Recruitment experience in the hospitality field required. Experience in union environment required. Local 26 preferred Previous supervisory responsibility required. College course work in related field helpful Familiarity with and knowledge of employment laws are helpful. Long hours sometimes required. Sedentary work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests. Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner. Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings. Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which may include wearing nametags. Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions. Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information. Perform other duties as requested by management

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