Founded in 1967, we are a boutique firm with over 55 years of executive search experience. The retained recruitment service Bristol offers includes sourcing, screening, submitting qualified candidates, scheduling interviews, and negotiating employment and compensation packages of selected finalists.
Bristol Associates’ Hotel and Resort practice recruits within the Human Resources segment of the industry. Our hospitality recruiters place top candidates in a variety of key HR functions. We specialize in senior, executive, and management positions.
Simply put, placing top executives is what we do, and we know what makes a great leader. Below are just some of the qualities and skill sets in this discipline that we look for:
- Partners with operational leaders to create a culture in sync with company mission, vision, and strategies
- Assesses the skills, capabilities, and aptitudes of current supervisors, managers, and leaders within the company
- Builds training programs that ensure the development of future leaders
- Evaluates which employees have the skill, aptitude, and desire to move into other positions within the company
- Recruits and retains top level talent in all disciplines
Are you looking to hire exceptional talent with the skills listed above? Submit an employer inquiry and one of our consultants will be in touch with you soon!
Do these qualities describe you? Submit your resume today to be considered for our current openings.
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Why Work with Bristol Associates?
Over 55 Years in Business
We have specialized in executive search since 1967, and are now in our 3rd generation of family ownership.
Specialized
We have unrivaled industry knowledge in the areas in which we focus.
Individualized Service
We provide consultative, individualized service to our client companies. We pride ourselves in conducting our processes confidentially when necessary.
Network of Candidates
With over 1M+ relevant candidates in our private database, and growing every day, we have a strong network of senior-level talent across the board.
Responsiveness
Our recruiters value a communicative relationship with our select client companies and candidates, providing updates throughout the search.
Experienced
Our exceptional lead recruiters each have at least 15 years’ of experience in executive search.
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Our Successful Hotel and Resort Human Resources Searches Keep Our Clients Coming Back
Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Our client is a hotel management company with over 1,200 employees, based in the Midwest. The company’s objective was to significantly upgrade their approach to human capital management. The Senior Vice President of Human Resources is responsible for ensuring the company’s culture is reflective of the company’s mission statement and values. Our placed candidate oversees organizational development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, safety programs, associate relations, and training.
Corporate Director of Compensation and Benefits
A hotel corporation that owns and/or manages over 120 properties was our client for the retained Corporate Director of Compensation and Benefits search. The position manages employee benefits programs such as retirement plans, medical plans, life insurance, and disability plans with the support of various vendors. Our placed candidate evaluates and compares existing company benefits programs with those of other companies, analyzes the results, and develops specific recommendations for review by management.
Corporate Director of Training and Development
We were retained by a hotel industry management company, located in the Northwest, with multiple hotel locations. The Corporate Director of Training and Development analyzes and assesses the training and development needs of the company. The job requirements included advanced knowledge and experience with successfully applying learning practices and techniques in the hospitality industry. Our placed candidate is a seasoned professional with a proven track record of effective team leadership and the management of a dynamic training program. Our candidate also has experience in developing facilitator-led training, computer-based training, and Web-based programs.
We Can Fill Your Roles Across the Industry
- Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
- Chief People Officer (CPO)
- Corporate Director of Human Resources
- Corporate Director of Training and Development
- Corporate Vice President of Human Resources
- Development Manager
- Director of Compensation and Benefits
- Director of Human Resources
- Director of Training and Development
- Employee Relations Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Risk Manager
- Senior Director of Human Resources
- Senior Vice President of Human Resources
- Talent Acquisition Manager
- Training Manager
- Vice President of Compensation and Benefits
- Vice President of Human Resources