Business Development Manager

ARK People Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative hospitality group in Dubai is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth and shape the future of a beloved lifestyle hotel brand. This role offers the chance to craft strategies, identify new opportunities, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Join a vibrant team that values collaboration and creativity in a high-growth environment. If you're passionate about hospitality and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in hotel development or hospitality consultancy.
• Proven track record in large hotel chains or hospitality projects.

Responsibilities

• Crafting strategies to drive growth for the brand.
• Identifying new development opportunities and building relationships.

Skills

Hotel Development Cycle

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Education

Master's or MBA

Tools

Excel

Administrative Tools

Job description

Are you passionate about driving growth and shaping the future of hospitality? A unique opportunity awaits with a vibrant and forward-thinking hospitality group based in Dubai. We are seeking a Business Development Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and is eager to contribute to the strategic growth of a beloved lifestyle hotel brand.

Part of a leading real estate and luxury hospitality conglomerate in the region, this award-winning brand has rapidly established itself as a local favorite. With a growing portfolio of contemporary hotels designed for modern travelers, it stands out for its playful personality, tech-savvy approach, and sustainably conscious ethos. Each property is thoughtfully curated to celebrate local culture, foster community connections, and deliver stylish, comfortable stays in the heart of the city.

As Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in:

1. Crafting and implementing strategies to drive growth for the brand.
2. Identifying new development opportunities within the region and beyond.
3. Building and nurturing strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and investors.
4. Leading deal structuring, negotiation, and closure of strategic partnerships.
5. Preparing market studies, feasibility assessments, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

What We are Looking for:

1. Solid experience in the hotel development cycle or direct exposure to hospitality development models.
2. Proven track record in a large hotel chain (e.g., analyst or development manager role) or hospitality consultancy.
3. Commercially sharp, analytical, and highly organized.
4. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across different levels.
5. Strong proficiency in Excel and administrative tools.
6. A Master's or MBA degree is a strong plus.
7. Candidates currently based in Dubai or open to relocation.

Be part of a bold, collaborative, and energetic team that is reshaping what urban hospitality means. This is your chance to contribute to a high-growth environment where ideas are valued, impact is visible, and culture is everything.