Talent & Culture Coordinator

The Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park is seeking a proactive, highly organized, people-focused Talent & Culture Coordinator to provide administrative support to the Talent & Culture team. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of the Talent & Culture and the greater hotel, managing a wide range of administrative tasks and projects with discretion, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. As the first point of contact in the Talent & Culture Office, the ideal candidate will be a trusted professional who thrives in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment and takes pride in ensuring our colleagues feel valued. What you will be doing: * Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Talent & Culture team * Perform administrative duties such as answering departmental phones, maintaining employee files, retrieving and sorting mail, and ordering office supplies * Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures in a courteous and confidential manner. * Support HR initiatives, such as employee engagement events, recognition programs, and training sessions * Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with legal and hotel policies * Assist with compliance efforts, personnel file audits, and workplace safety initiatives * Assist with payroll and timekeeping processes, ensuring accurate data entry and timely submissions * Assist with the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening applications, and coordinating interviews * Champion onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a welcoming and informative introduction for new employees * Ensure all employee communications are consistent, clear, and aligned with hotel values * Promote a positive workplace culture by building an environment that encourages open communication, trust, and mutual respect * Other duties as assigned Your experience and skills include: * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred. * Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in human resources or luxury hotel/high-end hospitality setting preferred * Knowledge of Human Resources operation, policies, and procedures required * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills * Ability to prioritize work in an environment with multiple interests * Ability to handle complex and confidential information with discretion * Competency using a variety of computer software * Ability to communicate both verbally and written in English * Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals * Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and vendors * Ability to possess a high level of professionalism and integrity while maintaining confidentiality