Assistant Wellness & Programming Manager - New Opening - Hatta

ORIENT EXPRESS; Hatta; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality organization in Dubai seeks an Assistant Wellness & Programming Manager to support the design and delivery of immersive guest experiences that align with wellness, nature, and adventure. The role involves curating a dynamic calendar of wellness activities and engaging with guests to enhance their experiences. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in hospitality or wellness and possesses excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great healthcare

Opportunity for career progression

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in hospitality, wellness, events, or lifestyle programming.
• Comfortable leading small group sessions or hosting guest activities when needed.
• Energetic, flexible, and detail-oriented, with a guest-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of daily wellness, adventure, and cultural programming.
• Interact directly with guests to promote programming and gather feedback.
• Coordinate logistics for daily and special events.

Skills

Experience in hospitality

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Passion for wellness

Job description

Overview

Role Overview: As the Assistant Wellness & Programming Manager, you will support the design, coordination, and delivery of immersive guest experiences that align with our property’s wellness, nature, and adventure ethos. This role bridges thoughtful planning with on-the-ground execution, helping bring our vision of transformative, purpose-driven travel to life. You will assist in curating and managing a dynamic calendar of wellness activities, cultural programming, and seasonal events—ensuring every guest experience is enriching, seamless, and deeply rooted in place.

Responsibilities

Program Design & Execution

• Assist in the development and execution of daily wellness, adventure, and cultural programming that reflects the property’s values and seasonal rhythms.
• Support the curation of holistic experiences, including yoga, meditation, nature immersions, creative workshops, and local artisan collaborations.
• Ensure all activities are delivered with consistency, professionalism, and attention to guest well-being.

Guest Engagement & Personalization

• Interact directly with guests to promote programming, gather feedback, and help tailor offerings to individual needs and interests.
• Act as an on-site ambassador of wellness and connection, creating warm, authentic interactions that enhance guest satisfaction and emotional resonance.

Operational Support

• Coordinate logistics for daily and special events, including space setup, equipment, partner scheduling, and guest communications.
• Ensure all wellness spaces are maintained to the highest standard of cleanliness, ambiance, and functionality.

Collaboration & Partnership

• Work closely with the Wellness & Programming Manager to build partnerships with visiting practitioners, local experts, and experience providers.
• Support cross-departmental collaboration to ensure programs are seamlessly integrated into the broader guest journey.

Content & Storytelling

• Assist marketing and communications teams by providing updates, stories, and visual content that bring our programming to life across digital platforms.
• Contribute to the creation of guest materials such as itineraries, activity guides, and seasonal calendars.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in hospitality, wellness, events, or lifestyle programming.
• Passion for wellness, nature, and creating meaningful human experiences.
• Background in holistic health, fitness, hospitality, or cultural curation is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable leading small group sessions or hosting guest activities when needed.
• Energetic, flexible, and detail-oriented, with a guest-first mindset.

Benefits

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands.
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work.
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven hospitality concept that merges nature, design, and experience. Join us at Hatta - where nature leads, community thrives, and stories unfold.