VP Development F&B platform

ENNISMORE; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an experienced Development Manager based in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in development or asset management within luxury hospitality and a strong track record in negotiating complex agreements. This role offers opportunities for career growth, travel benefits, and a creative work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Flight, visa, and accommodation provided

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative and innovative culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in development or asset management within luxury hospitality, F&B, or lifestyle brands.
• Proven track record in structuring and closing complex agreements.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with a passion for value creation.

Responsibilities

• Source, structure, and secure new projects through management, lease, and license agreements.
• Build and nurture relationships with developers, landlords, and investors.
• Collaborate with global development teams to align strategy, pipeline, and brand priorities.

Skills

Development management

Financial acumen

Negotiation skills

Project management

Job description

Job Description

What you’ll do

• Source, structure, and secure new projects through management, lease, and license agreements.
• Build and nurture relationships with developers, landlords, and investors who share our vision of elevated hospitality.
• Collaborate with Ennismore’s global development teams to align strategy, pipeline, and brand priorities.
• Partner with internal teams — finance, design, operations, and legal — to ensure every project blends commercial strength with brand excellence.
• Lead the preparation of financial models, business plans, and investment analyses.
• Represent Ennismore’s F&B brands at key international industry events.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in development or asset management within luxury hospitality, F&B, or lifestyle brands.
• Proven track record in structuring and closing complex agreements.
• Deep understanding of the global dining and luxury landscape.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with a passion for value creation.
• A refined creative sensibility and appreciation for culinary innovation, design, and culture.
• Entrepreneurial, confident, and agile in a fast-paced international environment.
• Based in Dubai, with global mobility.

Additional Information

What´s in it for you …

• The opportunity to embark on an exciting career in a company that is taking off!
• Ennismore’s values and fast-growing environment
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture
• The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a rewarding environment, building global brand
• Flight, visa, accomodation and a small pocket money are taken care of
• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact