Human Resources Manager - Caribbean Resort - Relocation Required

Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Location: Sint Eustatius, Caribbean
Start Date: ASAP
Reports to: General Manager
Team Size: 1 (Head of Department)

About the Resort

A luxury boutique resort located on the stunning island of Sint Eustatius in the Caribbean. Surrounded by pristine nature and breathtaking ocean views, the resort delivers an intimate and high-quality guest experience while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability, employee wellbeing, and operational excellence.

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and manage the full HR function of the resort. This is a hands-on, operational leadership role responsible for the complete employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to payroll administration, compliance, and employee accommodation management.

As the Head of Department, you will work closely with the General Manager and department leaders to support a positive workplace culture and ensure the resort maintains the highest standards in HR operations, compliance, and sustainability practices.

Candidates with previous Caribbean or remote island hospitality experience are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Operations

• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and offboarding
• Maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance with local labour regulations
• Act as the primary HR contact for all employees and department heads

Payroll & Administration

• Oversee and administer payroll processes
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and internal policies

Employee Relations & Culture

• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture
• Support managers with employee relations matters and conflict resolution
• Assist with staff engagement initiatives and retention strategies

Accommodation Management

• Oversee employee housing and apartments, including allocations, maintenance coordination, and rent administration

Compliance, Audits & Sustainability

• Support HR-related audits and compliance processes
• Assist with sustainability and ethical workplace initiatives aligned with the resort’s values

Operational Support

• Provide HR support across all departments as required
• Contribute to operational improvements and organizational development initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Previous HR management experience in hospitality preferred
• Experience working in the Caribbean or remote island environments strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll administration and HR compliance
• Hands-on professional comfortable working independently in a single-person HR department
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work closely with senior leadership and operational teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: USD $5,000 – $6,000 gross per month (inclusive of allowances for food and housing)
• Housing provided (employee contributes rent at a subsidized cost)
• Flights included
• Work permit provided
• Bonus scheme based on performance
• Vacation: 18 days per year (negotiable)
• Working hours: 40 hours per week

If interested, please apply directly or by email to Danny@corecruitment.com