Hr Generalist And Recruiter

Northwood Investors is a privately held real estate investment advisor that was founded in 2006 by John Kukral, the former President and CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Advisors. Northwood employs a fundamental, value-driven investment strategy with a longer-term outlook. Northwood invests alongside institutional and private clients in a broad range of real estate and real estate-related investment opportunities globally, with approximately $7 billion of assets under management.
Northwood has office locations in the US in Denver (headquarters), New York, Dallas, Los Angeles and Charlotte. The firm also has employees who work for vertically integrated platforms, such as Retail and Hospitality, in Florida, North and South Carolina, California, and Texas. Additionally, the firm has professional teams located in the United Kingdom, Luxembourg, Paris, Singapore, and Amsterdam.
Northwood Hospitality, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwood Investors, manages the prominent hotel portfolio acquired by Northwood Investors. The growing portfolio of Northwood Hospitality currently consists of fourteen iconic properties, thirteen of which are managed by Northwood Hospitality.
For more information, visit Northwood's website at http://www.northwoodhospitality.com
Job Description
HR Generalist at Cheeca Lodge Spa: A Role Centered on Talent Acquisition and International Workforce Management
Situated in the picturesque Islamorada, Cheeca Lodge Spa, a 4 Diamond property, is not just a resort; it's a legacy. With a history dating back to 1946, we are a cornerstone of luxury and charm in the Florida Keys. As part of Northwood Investors' flagship properties, we pride ourselves on a perfect blend of historical allure and modern luxury, attracting a diverse clientele including families, honeymooners, and international travelers.
Job Summary
We are seeking an HR Generalist with a forte in recruitment and a knack for managing international workforce onboarding processes. This role is pivotal to our mission of maintaining our four-diamond status by ensuring the best talent is selected, onboarded, and integrated into our unique resort culture.
Core Responsibilities

• Manage the entire recruitment process, from creating job requisitions to overseeing that managers effectively contact, interview, and review resumes.
• Process and handle J1 students and H2B workers, ensuring a smooth integration into our team.
• Collaborate with international worker providers, coordinating interviews and handling arrivals, including processing paperwork and I-9 verification.
• Other HR duties as needed in a small HR Department - we basically all pitch in.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated experience or exposure to handling J1 and H2B workers.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the unique aspects of our international workforce.
• Proven expertise in recruitment and talent acquisition, particularly using ADP Recruitment Manager.
• Ability to oversee the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.

What We Offer
A salaried position that appreciates and rewards your recruitment and international workforce management skills.
The opportunity to work in a stunning environment, where professional challenges meet the tranquility of a tropical paradise.
Minimum Requirements:

• At least 3 years of progressive HR management experience, with a focus on recruitment.
• Familiarity with the processing of J1 and H2B workers or eagerness to learn.
• Hospitality or HR-related degree or professional certification (preferred).
• Bilingual abilities in Spanish and/or Creole (a strong plus).
• Strong computer literacy and data entry skills - specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to live in the Florida Keys (make sure you research potential accommodation possibilities before applying)
• Great affordable benefits and other perks including resort stay discounts at our other Northwood properties.

Join Us
Be a part of a team where your skills in talent acquisition and international workforce management will be instrumental in upholding the legacy of Cheeca Lodge Spa.
"Cheeca Lodge and Spa careers - where paradise meets professionalism in the Florida Keys"
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we practice being committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will require background checks and employment verifications and in some roles drug screens due to our contractual obligations.
We offer competitive benefits and wellness programs: Competitive, pay, generous time off policies, paid parental leave, charitable matching donation program, paid volunteer time off, physical wellness reimbursement, company paid training, conferences and professional membership fees, employee/friends/family discounts at our hotel properties to name a few.