Design Director, Middle East — Hotels & Brand Lead

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A major hospitality company seeks a Design Director for the Middle East, based in Dubai. The role involves managing design projects, ensuring compliance with Brand standards, and collaborating with consultants. Candidates should have a strong design background with at least ten years of experience in hospitality design and fluency in English and Arabic. This position requires independent working, flexibility in project management, and the ability to travel as needed. The company offers an opportunity to shape new hotel designs and renovations across the region.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience within hospitality design.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Ability to travel within the Middle East and EMEA region.

Responsibilities

• Manage design for all projects within the region.
• Develop design briefs and guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with design consultants.
• Review designs for conformity to Brand standards.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong design background

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Communication skills

Knowledge of FF&E

Flexibility in dealing with various cultures

Education

Registered qualified architect

Degree educated Interior designer

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

A major hospitality company seeks a Design Director for the Middle East, based in Dubai. The role involves managing design projects, ensuring compliance with Brand standards, and collaborating with consultants. Candidates should have a strong design background with at least ten years of experience in hospitality design and fluency in English and Arabic. This position requires independent working, flexibility in project management, and the ability to travel as needed. The company offers an opportunity to shape new hotel designs and renovations across the region.