Regional Development Lead, Luxury Hospitality

Jumeirah Group - Other locations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an Associate Director - Development to drive regional growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. This role involves leading high-value development opportunities, managing the full lifecycle of projects, and negotiating key agreements with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess solid experience in hotel development and strong negotiation skills. Attractive benefits include a supportive work environment and competitive tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Learning & Development programmes

Colleague discounts on hotel stays

Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance

Qualifications

• Solid experience in the hospitality industry and hotel development.
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and execute high-value development opportunities.
• Strong negotiation skills with industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth by securing development opportunities.
• Manage the full development lifecycle including feasibility coordination.
• Negotiate contracts and shape agreements for growth.
• Support and represent the brand at industry events.

Skills

Hotel development

Negotiation

Financial modelling

Market research

Job description

A leading hospitality company is seeking an Associate Director - Development to drive regional growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. This role involves leading high-value development opportunities, managing the full lifecycle of projects, and negotiating key agreements with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess solid experience in hotel development and strong negotiation skills. Attractive benefits include a supportive work environment and competitive tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams.