People & Culture Executive

Job Description

The People & Culture Executive supports daily human-resources operations at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, attendance, engagement, training coordination and staff welfare. Candidates are generally expected to have a diploma or degree in human resources, business administration or a related field, along with experience in hospitality HR, strong communication skills and good knowledge of employment practices. Familiarity with HR systems, Microsoft Office and multicultural workplaces is valuable. The successful candidate should be approachable, organised, discreet, service-oriented and able to work independently in a remote island resort while supporting Accor policies and maintaining positive employee relations.

Company Info

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort is an Accor-managed island resort located in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll in the southern Maldives. Mercure is Accor’s international midscale hospitality brand, known for combining reliable global service standards with local character and regional experiences. The resort offers accommodation, dining, recreation and guest services in a tropical island setting, serving leisure travellers seeking a relaxed Maldivian holiday. As part of Accor, the property generally provides employees with structured operational procedures, international workplace exposure, learning opportunities and access to group hospitality practices. Working at the resort also involves close teamwork across departments, attention to guest satisfaction and the practical challenges of living and working in a remote island environment.

Destination Guide

Maldives resort jobs are commonly available in hospitality, food and beverage, housekeeping, front office, engineering, diving, wellness, finance and human resources. The workplace is multicultural, and English is widely used in resorts; Dhivehi is the national language. Resort life is usually close-knit, with accommodation, meals, uniforms and transport between islands often provided, though benefits vary by contract. Employees should expect a warm tropical climate, limited shopping and services, and travel mainly by domestic flight or speedboat. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and valid entry approval before commencing employment; the employer usually handles the application and related documentation. Bring certified qualifications, medical records and passport documents, and confirm contract terms, insurance, leave, flights and service charge before relocating. Local island communities follow Islamic traditions, so modest dress and respectful behaviour are important outside resort areas.