Assistant Human Resources Manager

Role summary

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The Assistant Human Resources Manager supports daily HR operations at Marriott Marquis City Center Doha, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training coordination, performance processes, policy implementation, and compliance with Qatar labour regulations. Candidates are generally expected to have a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, along with several years of hotel or hospitality HR experience. Strong communication, organisation, confidentiality, problem-solving, and knowledge of HR systems are important. The successful candidate should be approachable, commercially aware, culturally sensitive, and able to support both employees and department leaders in a busy, multicultural hotel environment.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across luxury, premium, and select-service segments. Its brands include Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, and many others. Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is a full-service property connected to the City Center Doha shopping complex and serves business travellers, leisure guests, events, and international visitors. The hotel typically offers accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and professional development opportunities. Marriott places strong emphasis on guest service, ethical conduct, inclusion, employee training, and internal career mobility. Working there can provide valuable experience in international hotel operations and exposure to a diverse workforce.

Working in Qatar

Qatar is a compact Gulf country rather than an island, with Doha as its main employment and cultural centre. Hospitality, aviation, tourism, retail, events, construction, healthcare, education, and technology offer regular opportunities for qualified professionals. Life is modern and convenient, with excellent shopping, restaurants, beaches, museums, and public transport, although summers are extremely hot. Qatar’s culture is welcoming but conservative; modest dress, respect for Islamic traditions, and awareness of local laws are important. Most expatriate employees require an employer-sponsored work residence permit, and the company usually assists with visas, medical checks, documentation, and relocation arrangements. Contracts may include housing, transport, healthcare, flights, and annual leave. Before relocating, candidates should confirm salary structure, accommodation, probation terms, benefits, and sponsorship conditions in writing.