The Assistant Director of Human Resources supports the hotel’s people strategy, employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, payroll coordination and compliance with Spanish employment law. The role typically requires previous HR experience in a luxury hotel or comparable hospitality environment, strong knowledge of labour regulations, excellent communication skills and confidence handling confidential matters. Fluency in English and Spanish is highly desirable; additional languages are an advantage. The successful candidate is expected to be approachable, organised, commercially aware and able to work closely with department leaders in a fast-paced, multicultural resort. A professional attitude, discretion, problem-solving ability and commitment to the Ritz-Carlton service culture are essential.
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama is a luxury resort located on the west coast of Tenerife in the Canary Islands. It is part of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Marriott International’s premium luxury brand, known for highly personalised service, elegant accommodation and rigorous hospitality standards. The resort includes hotel rooms and suites, villas, restaurants, spa facilities, leisure amenities, golf and access to coastal surroundings. Its workforce is international and delivers guest experiences across accommodation, food and beverage, wellness, recreation and events. As an employer, the property offers opportunities in a wide range of hotel disciplines, with an emphasis on professional development, teamwork, guest care and the Ritz-Carlton service philosophy. Employment conditions are generally governed by Spanish labour law and applicable local hospitality agreements.
Spain’s Canary Islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, offer strong employment opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, wellness, events, retail and customer service. Tenerife has a warm climate, an international community and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, with beaches, hiking, water sports and volcanic landscapes. Local culture blends Canarian traditions with Spanish and international influences; Spanish is essential for daily life, although English and German are valuable in tourism. EU, EEA and Swiss nationals can relocate with relatively simple registration requirements. Non-EU candidates generally need an employer-sponsored work and residence permit before starting employment. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, healthcare registration, a Spanish tax number and social security details. Salaries may be lower than in mainland European cities, but the climate and lifestyle are attractive. Tenerife has good air links, healthcare and everyday services, though housing costs vary considerably by resort area.
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