VP Development – HIC EAME

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Palma; Híbrido; EUR 157.701 - 210.268; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free hotel stays globally

Flexible work schedule and location

Wellbeing initiatives (Headspace)

Family assistance policy

Retirement savings plan with company 


Descripción de la vacante

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks a Vice President of Development for Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection for Europe, Africa and the Middle East to drive expansion and deal signings with owners. 70% development focus, 30% owner relations and strategic partnerships.

Flexible work arrangements and international travel are expected. Ideal candidate has a proven track record in hotel development, strong leadership, market analysis, and exceptional communication.

Formación

• 10+ years in hotel development, real estate, or related fields.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret market trends and drive decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Approximately 50% travel required.

Responsabilidades

• Market insight and analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Lead deal negotiation and execution with hotel owners.
• Engage stakeholders including real estate developers and owners.
• Explore new owner opportunities aligned with Hyatt growth.
• Collaborate with Global Growth and other Hyatt functions.
• Lead and mentor development teams and maintain owner relations.
• Serve as primary liaison for hotel owners and address needs promptly.
• Coordinate issue resolution and guidance on branding and compliance.
• Mediating disputes between owners and corporate management.
• Network at hospitality events and conduct performance reviews with owners.
• Align local strategy with corporate objectives.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Travel willingness

Descripción del empleo

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking a Vice President of Development for Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection for Europe, Africa and the Middle East to support the continued expansion of the Hyatt Inclusive Collection (HIC) and our growing portfolio globally. In this role, you will play a critical leadership role in driving the strategic expansion of our HIC hotel brands through development initiatives and deal signings with owners. The position is dedicated to facilitating Hyatt’s HIC growth, with 70% of responsibilities centered on development activities while the remaining 30% will involve managing owner relations and addressing their needs effectively.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Market Insight and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify growth opportunities through feasibility and assess competitive dynamics.
• Deal Negotiation and Execution: Lead the identification, negotiation, and finalization of agreements with hotel owners to enhance Hyatt’s presence in the market.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including real estate developers and hotel owners, to foster strategic partnerships.
• New Owner Exploration: Actively explore and engage with potential new owners to identify and secure new deals that align with Hyatt’s growth strategy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work in tandem with the Global Growth team and other Hyatt functions to ensure their support for the growth strategy.
• Leadership of Development Teams: Lead and mentor developers in the country to achieve ambitious growth goals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Primary Liaison and Engagement: Act as the principal contact point for hotel owners, maintaining regular communication to address their needs, concerns, and expectations promptly and professionally.
• Issue Resolution and Support: Facilitate collaboration among Hyatt functions to efficiently resolve issues and provide ongoing guidance regarding operational challenges, marketing strategies, and compliance with brand standards.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate disputes between hotel owners and corporate management, ensuring a collaborative approach.
• Networking and Performance Reviews: Organize and attend hospitality events to strengthen relationships, and conduct regular performance assessments with hotel owners to provide constructive feedback and identify areas for growth.
• Strategy Alignment: Collaborate with hotel owners to align local strategies with corporate objectives, promoting a unified approach to brand development.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience: A minimum of 10+ years in hotel development, real estate, or related commercial fields, demonstrating a successful track record in deal‑making.
• Leadership Competence: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, enabling effective management of relationships with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrate Hyatt leadership expectations.
• Business Acumen: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market trends and make informed, data‑driven decisions.
• Communication Proficiency: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to Travel: Approximately 50% travel required.

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally.
• Flexible work schedule and location.
• Work‑life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on‑site fitness center.
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption.
• Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision and retirement savings plan with company contributions.

Location: Grand Hyatt San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, US

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.