MEA Hotel Development Lead — Growth & Partnerships (Dubai)

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Key role in shaping growth

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is looking for a Senior Manager Development for their Dubai office, focusing on fostering the company's growth across the Middle East. This role emphasizes securing hotel development opportunities while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Candidates should possess strong hotel development experience, with an understanding of financial modeling and project management. The position offers an attractive compensation package and opportunities for long-term career growth in a dynamic corporate culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hotel development with various deal structures.
• Strong understanding of Middle East markets including UAE and GCC.
• Solid knowledge of hotel project economics and ROI analysis.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute hotel development strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Identify and secure new development opportunities including franchise and management deals.
• Build and maintain relationships with hotel owners and investors.
• Conduct market research to evaluate development opportunities and site viability.

Skills

Hotel development experience

Understanding of Middle East markets

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Financial modeling

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Arabic language skills

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is looking for a Senior Manager Development for their Dubai office, focusing on fostering the company's growth across the Middle East. This role emphasizes securing hotel development opportunities while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Candidates should possess strong hotel development experience, with an understanding of financial modeling and project management. The position offers an attractive compensation package and opportunities for long-term career growth in a dynamic corporate culture.