Corporate Director of Human Resources

Corporate HR Director (Hospitality)
Raleigh, North Carolina
Full‑time, Exempt

About Us:
Winston Hospitality is a multi‑property hospitality organization committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences by supporting and developing our teams. We value integrity, professionalism, and service excellence.

We are seeking a hands‑on Corporate HR Director to serve as the sole HR professional at corporate, responsible for corporate payroll, benefits administration, and advisory support to 5 properties and 2 corporate entities with approximately 600 employees located in 3 states.  This position is located in Raleigh, NC. 

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration:
Manage and process corporate payroll using ADP Workforce Now, including employee onboarding, wage adjustments, deductions, payroll audits, garnishments, and ensuring accuracy and compliance.

401(k) Plan Administration:
Administer the company’s 401(k) plans through ADP, including ensuring plan compliance, managing employee communications, coordinating with vendors and brokers, and supporting audits.

Benefits Management:
Oversee employee benefits programs in partnership with brokers and vendors, handling renewals, issue resolution, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Advisory Support:
Provide expert guidance and support to property-level management teams and corporate leadership on employee relations, performance management, payroll, benefits, and regulatory compliance.

Compliance and Policy Maintenance:
Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and procedural documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions.

Oversight of Property-Level Payroll and Benefits:
Advise and support property teams responsible for payroll processing, benefits, employee relations and employee recordkeeping to ensure consistency and compliance across all locations.

Leave Administration:
Coordinate and support employee leave of absence processes, including FMLA and other statutory leaves, in collaboration with property-level HR teams.

EEO Reporting:
Prepare and file the company’s annual Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports in compliance with federal requirements.

Workers’ Compensation:
Oversee workers’ compensation processes, including claims coordination and communication with carriers and property management.

Regulatory Monitoring:
Stay current on changes in labor laws, payroll regulations, and benefits compliance requirements and adjust corporate practices accordingly.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with the CFO and VP of Operations, property General Managers, benefits brokers, and payroll vendors to ensure effective and compliant HR operations.

Additional Role Characteristics:

• Supports multi-state operations requiring comprehensive knowledge of diverse employment laws.
• Functions in a hands-on capacity requiring strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Occasional travel to property locations during open enrollment.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including payroll, benefits administration, employee relations and compliance.
• Experience using ADP (or similar major payroll/HRIS system) for payroll.
• Experience administering 401(k) plans (or equivalent retirement plans).
• Strong knowledge of multi‑state employment laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills; ability to influence across property and corporate teams.
• Ability to function independently in a "one person HR department."
• Prior experience in the hospitality industry is highly preferred.
• HR certification (SHRM‑CP / SHRM‑SCP / PHR / SPHR) is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability; 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays

Please apply online or send your resume to pbell@winstonhospitality.com;