Head of Recruitment

Job Title :

Head of Recruitment – Pre-Opening Hotels

Department : Human Resources

Location :

Hyderabad – Nanakramguda

Company : Ridhira Group

Industry :

Hospitality | Luxury Retreats | Wellness Resorts | Real Estate

Experience :

12–18 years (with minimum 8 years in

hotel pre-opening recruitment )

About Ridhira Group :

Ridhira Group is a diversified enterprise with a strong presence in

real estate, wellness, and luxury hospitality . The Group’s upcoming premium hospitality projects and wellness retreats embody a vision to redefine luxury living and holistic well-being. As part of its growth, Ridhira Group is establishing world-class

hospitality destinations and resorts , requiring an experienced Head of Recruitment to lead

pre-opening hiring

and build exceptional hospitality teams from the ground up.

Role Overview : The

Head of Recruitment – Pre-Opening Hotels

will lead the

end-to-end talent acquisition process

for Ridhira’s upcoming hospitality projects, including resorts, retreats, and luxury villas. The role requires a seasoned HR leader from the hotel industry who has handled

mass hiring, leadership sourcing, and workforce planning

during

pre-opening and operational phases . This position will ensure that the right talent is identified, aligned with brand standards, and ready before project launch.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Recruitment Strategy & Workforce Planning

Design and implement a

comprehensive pre-opening recruitment strategy

aligned with brand, project, and operational timelines.

Partner with the Managing Director, Project Heads, and Operations teams to map

manpower needs

across departments (Rooms, F&B, Spa, Front Office, Sales, Finance, HR, Engineering, and Housekeeping).

Develop a detailed

pre-opening manpower calendar

with timelines for leadership, mid-level, and operational hires.

Identify and attract

hospitality talent

from leading luxury hotels, resorts, and wellness retreats.

2. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Lead

end-to-end hiring

for all hospitality positions — from department heads to front-line associates.

Establish strong

sourcing channels

through hotel networks, HR forums, industry job boards, and hospitality schools.

Drive

executive search

for key leadership roles (GM, Director of Operations, Executive Chef, Spa Head, Sales Head, etc.).

Ensure smooth

pre-opening onboarding and induction

to integrate new hires with Ridhira’s brand ethos and operational culture.

Manage all

third-party recruitment vendors and consultants , ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery.

3. Brand and Employer Positioning

Build Ridhira Group’s identity as a

preferred hospitality employer

in the luxury and wellness sector.

Collaborate with the marketing team to design

employer branding campaigns

highlighting career growth and the unique Ridhira experience.

Represent Ridhira Group at

hospitality career fairs and industry networking events.

4. Recruitment Operations & Analytics

Maintain robust tracking and reporting of all recruitment activities through

ATS / HR dashboards.

Monitor key metrics :

time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, offer-to-join ratio, and pre-opening readiness status.

Regularly report recruitment progress and staffing status to leadership teams.

Ensure compliance with all HR and labor laws related to hotel employment practices.

5. Leadership & Team Development

Lead a

dedicated recruitment team

responsible for hiring across multiple pre-opening projects.

Coach and mentor recruitment specialists to maintain high standards of hospitality hiring.

Foster a

culture of service excellence and professionalism

within the HR function.

Key Skills & Competencies :

Proven expertise in

pre-opening hospitality recruitment

(resorts, luxury hotels, or wellness retreats).

Deep understanding of

hotel organizational structures and department functions.

Excellent

networking and industry connections

across the hospitality sector.

Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Hands-on experience with

ATS systems, job portals, and social recruitment.

Strategic mindset with ability to deliver under tight pre-opening deadlines.

Educational Qualification :

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in

Human Resources, Hospitality Management, or Business Administration.

Certification in

Talent Acquisition / HR Leadership

will be an added advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) :

100% staffing completion as per pre-opening schedule.

Quality of hire and retention within 6 months of launch.

Offer-to-joining conversion rate.

Time-to-fill and recruitment cost efficiency.

Brand visibility in hospitality recruitment networks.

Why Join Ridhira Group :

Opportunity to lead the

hospitality recruitment strategy

for one of the most promising

luxury lifestyle and wellness brands

in India.

Be part of a

foundational leadership team

for multiple pre-opening projects.

Exposure to

diverse verticals

— hotels, retreats, real estate, and wellness.

Work with visionary leadership focused on innovation, people, and experience excellence.

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Apply Now : Email :

anusha@ridhira.com

WhatsApp CV :

• 91 7386688223