Training & Development Executive

The Merrion, one of Dublin’s finest luxury hotels is recruiting for an experienced Training & Development Executive. Working as part of our HR team, and reporting to the Director of HR, the Training & Development Executive is a role with considerable impact across all departments of the hotel. Our consistency of standard is what gives us our competitive edge and as such, the T&D Executive will lead all departments in their understanding and compliance with both Merrion Hotel and Leading Hotels of the World standards of service.This is a busy and fast paced role which requires you to:Design, develop and deliver training workshops that are both engaging and informative and fit with the Merrion’s high standards and level of service. Training ranges from a packed induction schedule, mandatory for all new employees, to statutory training, skills development and product knowledge for all roles in all departmentsMaximise the learning capacity of our T&D system 'FLOW'. Liaise with Mapal One ( Flow administrators) in the UK and oversee the completion of all online T&D activity.Effectively communicate training plans and schedules throughout the hotel.Carry out monthly audits with Department Heads.Plan a monthly training calendar in conjunction with hotel trainers. Source and liaise with external training providers as required.Carry out a training needs analysis and use results to devise the Hotel Training Plan. Manage the annual training budget.Coordinate the Hotel Management Development Programme, offering guidance and support to attendees.Recruit, develop and mentor Merrion trainers.Manage work experience students from request stage to completion of their week with usTrain all newly appointed managers on HR policies and procedures and offer guidance and support as required.Our belief is that the success of The Merrion Hotel depends on the commitment of each and every member of our Team. The hospitality & service we provide to our guests must be the very best at all times, and in recognition of this, you will enjoy our excellent benefits which include:Health and Dental Insurance payments Contributory Pension Plan from the day you start work, including Death in Service benefitComplimentary meals on dutyProvision and cleaning of all uniforms€300 bonus for recommending a friend to work at The Merrion Travel and Bike to Work – Tax saving Schemes, discounted parking in the city Increased holiday entitlement with length of serviceRecommend a Friend scheme: bonus paid to you for recruiting a friend or colleague to join The Merrion teamEmployee Discounts for room nights, our Garden Room Restaurant and Cellar Bar for you and your family/ friends Free Employee Assistance Programme – free professional counselling and support on everything from anxiety to parenting to exam stress - for you and all your family members The successful candidate will:Be passionate about the training and development of others.Display excellent presentation skills.Work effectively both independently as well as being part of a team.Show the ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively in order to meet deadlines.Be proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.In addition, you will have:3 -5 years’ experience in a Training and Development and Human Resources role.Third level or relevant qualification in Human Resources/Training or a related field.Completed Group Training Techniques or a similar programme.Experience working in a 5 star service related establishment, experience in the roll out of management development programmes and a strong working knowledge of Advanced Systems (TMS) will be of competitive advantage.  This position is fulltime, 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role requires you to work onsite. About The MerrionThe Merrion, a member of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World, is located opposite Government Buildings in the heart of the city centre. Created from 4 Georgian Townhouses, the 142 bedroom and suites are arranged around two 18th Century style gardens. If you feel this is the role and Company for you, please apply online with your CV & cover letter detailing what you can bring to us at The Merrion.