MSC Cruises · 3 hours ago
Director Human Resources - Explora Journeys
MSC Cruises is a vibrant luxury cruise brand seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead their HR initiatives in a fast-growing market. This role involves overseeing strategic HR functions and driving organizational effectiveness while partnering with leadership to optimize talent and enhance company performance.
Responsibilities
Oversee all strategic and operational HR functions, including employee engagement, learning & development, performance management, organizational design, and total rewards, ensuring alignment with business objectives and scalable growth
Act as the primary HR advisor on all people-related matters, influencing key decisions that drive productivity, talent retention, and organizational effectiveness
Create, monitor, and report on HR metrics and KPIs to inform data-driven decisions and demonstrate HR's impact on business performance
Oversee the development and maintenance of organizational charts and workforce budgets, partnering with Finance and business leaders to manage labor costs, optimize workforce planning, and ensure alignment with strategic and financial goals
Lead the design and execution of talent reviews and formal succession plans to build strong leadership pipelines and mitigate talent risks
Develop organizational structures and workforce strategies that support future growth, market agility, and operational excellence
Partner with senior leadership to drive engagement strategies and improve service delivery and productivity
Supervises and provides leadership to the HR team; assists with resolution of employee relations, compensation, and benefits questions, concerns and issues
Foster a culture of communication, coaching, and alignment across departments to drive shared accountability and business success
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated track record of driving HR initiatives that deliver measurable business impact, such as improved employee engagement, cost savings, or increased organizational performance
Proven experience leading and developing a team of HR professionals
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset; skilled at influencing change and navigating ambiguity
US Passport or US Permanent Resident
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Company
MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is the leader in the Mediterranean cruise market
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.94M2017-04-05Series Unknown· $6.94M
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