The Assistant Director, People Practices at Tao Group Hospitality will help to oversee the daily operations of our People Practices team and functions. This person will have a leadership role in the implementation of new systems and processes across the business. This person will collaborate with People Practices team and business stakeholders to oversee the operational, compliance, employee relations, and engagement deliverables. Responsibilities include processing employee data, producing HR-related reports and ensuring compliance with relevant local and national regulations. This role will also be integral part of the business, conducting new hire onboarding, meeting with local business teams in our venues, and helping to manage employee relations issues, to name a few. To be successful in this role, you should be familiar with databases and HR software like payroll systems, timekeeping systems and Applicant Tracking Systems.

Provides guidance and recommendations to business leaders regarding employee life-cycle process; onboarding through offboarding, engagement, retention, and recruiting.

Ensure the integrity of employee information files, records, and reporting.

Handles intake of employee/labor relations issues and accurately relay information to management; conduct thorough employee relations investigations as assigned.

Works with management/legal to determine and recommend employee investigations outcomes.

Recommend best practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation.

Obtain and maintain knowledge of all applicable employment laws, nationally and locally.

Complete all audits and compliance reporting both internally and externally as assigned.

Facilitate management compliance training per specified guidelines and training for SOPs.

Maintain employee files to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Assist the VP of People Practices, the Director of People Practices, and management with developing and implementing People centric Policies and Practices.

Answer telephone, email and direct calls where necessary for intake of questions from all employees.

Anticipate employee needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency.

Effectively communicate with management and co-workers in order to address any issues or needs.

Participate in the development and rollout of the new HRIS system.

Facilitate onboarding and offboarding for all employees.

Be the first point of contact for benefits questions, work comp, and general policy questions.

Create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for the business and all employees.

Coordinates hiring events, job postings, recruiting for all exempt and non-exempt roles.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field or equivalent combination of career and academic experience

PHR/SHRM-CP certification preferred

Bilingual a plus

4-5 years’ progressive experience in People Practices (HR) with progressive experience, including experience utilizing HRIS applications, handling recruiting, and managing employee relations concerns.

Strong understanding of local and national policies and regulations.

Strong ability to develop and maintain effective and communication-based partnerships with business stakeholders

Experience with HRIS implementations is strongly preferred.

Roll up your sleeves, can do, positive attitude and a sense of humor. Solutions based approach to solving problems.

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hakkasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates more than 60 entertainment dining and nightlife venues in over 20 markets across five continents and features a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Avenue, Cathédrale, Wet Republic, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Sake no Hana, Casa Calavera, Jewel, Little Sister, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) (NYSE: MSGE), a leader in live experiences

US Candidates OnlyTao Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.