Assistant Director of Talent & Culture

The Knox, Auberge Collection is a revolutionary destination debuting in 2026 in Dallas, designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. This luxury hotel will feature 140 artfully imagined guest rooms and suites, four distinctive dining and drinking venues, beautifully appointed event spaces, and a signature Wellbeing by Auberge concept.

About the role

We’re searching for an Assistant Director of Talent & Culture (Human Resources) who will champion our values, elevate our employee experience, and drive initiatives that help our team thrive. This position will report directly to the Director of Talent & Culture and be a part of the pre-opening team. If you’re passionate about creating an inclusive, high-performance workplace where people feel supported and inspired, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across all Talent & Culture functions.
• Implement and continuously improve policies, programs, and processes that support growth, engagement, and organizational health.
• Partner with leadership to ensure recruitment and retention are consistently executed.
• Serve as a trusted resource for team members at all levels, offering guidance on Talent & Culture matters.
• Build strong relationships and promote open communication across the organization.
• Foster an environment that champions inclusivity, respect, and collaboration.
• Develop and execute culture-building initiatives, events, and engagement strategies.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts throughout the organization.
• Support the creation of programs that reinforce a positive, people-focused workplace.

Requirements

• Experience in HR, Talent, and Culture-focused roles required, ideally with 2 years of leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills required.
• 3+ years of recruitment experience and a passion for building inclusive, high-engagement hospitality environments.
• Luxury hotel experience is strongly preferred.
• Pre-opening experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.

About Auberge Collection

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information, visit auberge.com. Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

About Friedkin

Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo. The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL, and Westside Lexus.

For more information, visit www.friedkin.com.