HR Business Partner

HR BUSINESS PARTNER - BE THE HEART OF OUR PEOPLE & CULTURE At Odyssey Hotel Group, we believe our people are the key to our success. That’s why we’re looking for a passionate HR Business Partner to help us build, support, and develop our teams. If you love working with people, shaping HR strategies, and creating a positive work culture, this is your chance to make an impact! ABOUT ODYSSEY: The Odyssey Hotel Group is one of Europe’s most ambitious hotel operators, working with global brands like Marriott, IHG, and Accor. With over 700 employees, we create unique hotel experiences with a passion for design and hospitality. Our culture is all about collaboration, empowerment, and professional growth. ODYSSEY CULTURE: At Odyssey, you’ll join a dynamic and ambitious team that’s redefining hospitality. If you are eager to learn, enjoy working with numbers, and love problem-solving, we’d love to have you on board! THE ROLE As our HR Business Partner, you will work closely with the Area HR Manager, business leaders, and the wider HR & Talent team to align our people strategies with business goals. You will help create a seamless, engaging, and inspiring employee experience. From driving HR initiatives to ensuring our employees have the right tools and support to succeed—you will be the go-to person for all things HR! WHAT WILL YOU DO? Develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals Be a mentor and support junior HR team members Lead employee engagement efforts to keep our teams motivated and happy Help managers develop their teams and ensure employees have the tools to thrive Oversee legal compliance in HR processes and policies Ensure smooth onboarding for new team members, using our HiBob system Manage HR admin and system compliance tasks Coordinate learning and development initiatives Provide support on absenteeism, sick leave, and employee well-being Act as a trusted advisor, responding to internal and external HR inquiries HOW WILL YOU SUCCEED? You’re not just an HR professional—you’re a people champion! You’ll thrive in this role if you are: A self-starter with a proactive mindset Detail-oriented and highly organized Empathetic, a great listener, and a natural relationship builder A strong communicator with a can-do attitude Results-driven and solution-oriented Knowledgeable about HR best practices and Dutch labor law WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, hospitality, or a relevant field Proven experience as an HR Coordinator / Executive or similar role Experience working in an HR role within a matrix organization Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law Fluency in Dutch & English (essential) WHY JOIN ODYSSEY HOTEL GROUP? At Odyssey, we’re not just offering you a job—we’re inviting you to be part of something bigger. Grow with us! Move across our hotel brands and headquarters as your career evolves Flexible hybrid work environment! Choose when you work from the office (hotel visits required) A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience Enjoy amazing employee discounts at 8,000 hotels worldwide—for you and your family A fun, dynamic, and fast-paced workplace—no two days are the same A culture where great colleagues become true friends Your ideas matter! We love innovation and creativity If you’re ready to make an impact, grow your career, and be a key player in shaping our people-first culture, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and let’s build the future of Odyssey together! PLEASE NOTE: This job is temporary from October (7 months) for 3 days per week, with possibility to be extended to a fulltime contract later on.

Location: Utrecht, Utrecht, NL

Posted Date: 9/16/2025