INSPIRE Leadership Development Program – People & Culture (Human Resources)

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park as part of our Inspire Program in People & Culture (Human Resources). This 18-month immersive leadership journey is designed to help you grow into a confident, capable first-time leader within Fairmont, making your mark within one of the world's most storied luxury brands. Through a combination of structured cross-exposure, Hotel Executive Committee mentorship, and real-world business impact, you'll build the skills, mindset, and experiences that will shape your career.

Your Development Journey:

As an Inspire, your journey will unfold as follows:

• Onboarding & Orientation: Embark on a comprehensive brand and service culture immersion, align on your cross-exposure schedule, and be introduced to your dedicated mentor and division team.
• Cross-Exposure Experience: Broaden your division-specific expertise through hands-on, in-depth operational understanding in different functional areas, including Recruitment, Health & Benefits, and Learning & Development, while supporting the day-to-day operation of the People & Culture Department.
• Business Impact Project: Apply your learning to a real-world business challenge, conceptualizing and executing a project that allows you to showcase your leadership, innovation, and strategic thinking. Enter a global competition to put your project on center stage.
• Hotel Executive Committee Mentorship: Learn from an experienced leader who will help guide your growth, inspire your leadership journey and connect you to the Fairmont values.
• Build your community: Connect with your peer community of Inspire participants from our network of hotels, enhancing your global mindset and support network.
• Be Inspired: Join our virtual leadership speaker series connecting you with Senior Leaders.

Throughout this program you will:

• Build strong relationships and network with Hotel Executive Committee leaders and colleagues across the hotel.
• Continuously develop leadership skills, build business acumen, and contribute to creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Make meaningful impact and drive results within the People & Culture team.

Qualifications

What will you bring to this role?

• A recent graduate with a degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated passion for luxury hospitality and a strong desire to develop into a future leader in hotel operations.
• Proven leadership potential, evidenced by academic achievements, extracurricular activities, or previous work experience.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• High level of adaptability, resilience, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected.
• Create an environment where colleagues are empowered, supported, and recognized.

Additional Information

Compensation: $28.00-$31.00 per hour

Visa Requirements: Successful candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits:

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property.

Our Values

• Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.
• Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.
• Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.
• Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.
• Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.