A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world’s most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery.

Be the heart of our people experience. Be the bridge to our community.

At Anantara, we believe that heartfelt hospitality starts with engaged team members and meaningful connections with the communities around us. We are seeking a People & Culture Partner who combines strong employee relations knowledge with a genuine passion for team engagement and community collaboration.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a luxury hospitality environment, values relationships, and brings a balanced, pragmatic approach to people practices.

What you will do

• Partner with leaders and team members to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive workplace culture

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring alignment with labour legislation and company policies

• Lead full People & Culture function: recruitment, onboarding, performance, engagement, and retention

• Build strong relationships with local communities and key stakeholders, supporting community engagement initiatives

• Drive team member engagement initiatives, including wellbeing, recognition, and communication programmes

• Support managers in fostering high performance, accountability, and respectful leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor on people-related matters, balancing business needs with team member experience

What you will bring

• Solid knowledge of Mozambique labour legislation and employee relations in a hospitality or service environment

• Experience working with local communities, stakeholders, or community development initiatives

• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills

• A warm, credible presence with the ability to engage diverse audiences

• Passion for people, culture, and delivering exceptional employee experiences

Qualifications & Experience Required

🎓 Education & Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred; equivalent experience considered)

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, CIPD, or equivalent) is a strong advantage

📌 Experience

• 5+ years progressive HR experience, with at least 4+ years in a managerial HR/P&C role, ideally within luxury hospitality or resort environments

• Proven track record in talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and organisational development

• Previous experience working with local teams and community engagement initiatives is highly desirable

📚 Knowledge & Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of Mozambican (or relevant) labour laws, HR best practice, and compliance

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills

• Excellent leadership, coaching and conflict resolution capabilities

• Ability to deliver and support employee engagement programmes and wellbeing strategies

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite

🌍 Language & Cultural Requirements

• Fluency in English and Portuguese; additional local languages an advantage

• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in a remote island setting

Able to legally work in Mozambique

Why Anantara Bazaruto?

At Anantara, people are at the core of everything we do. You will join a brand that values heartfelt hospitality, personal development, and meaningful people experiences—both internally and within our local community.