Situated in Downtown’s Second Street District, Austin Proper Hotel and Residences is the newest luxury lifestyle hotel in Austin, just steps from Lady Bird Lake, the legendary Austin City Limits music venue and nearby boutiques. With inspiring interiors by Kelly Wearstler and culinary offerings in collaboration with McGuire Moorman Hospitality, Austin Proper offers 244 rooms and suites, a dedicated spa and fitness center, and 14,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces, including a rooftop pool deck offering small-batch tequilas and majestic lake views. Anything less just wouldn’t be Proper.

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 to 10 years of Human Resources experience in hospitality (lifestyle/luxury). Entrepreneurial mindset and previous hotel opening experience will set you up for success. This individual will have a proven track record of HR Management at an Executive Committee Member level and must be collaborative, approachable and visible.

As this position requires exceptional leadership and vision, we're seeking an influential leader who can guide a fantastic team with hands-on mentorship. Superior communication and presentation skills, both oral and written, are critical, as well as one who's well-versed in critical thinking, culture awareness and business acumen.

The ideal candidate will also possess the ability to be an effective listener and problem-solver, working with all stakeholders. It's equally as crucial that the leader in this position operates with a reputation for exemplifying the highest standards of integrity, honesty and discretion.

The right candidate will furthermore be able (and enjoy) to work in a fast-paced work environment where the decision-making process is quick and expedient. Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.

Company Overview

Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.

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