Director of Acquisitions - Hotel Real Estate

COREcruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group seeks an Acquisitions Director to spearhead its expansion strategy across the UK and Europe. This senior leadership role involves developing the company's acquisitions strategy, securing hotel investments, and leading complex negotiations. Candidates must have a strong background in hospitality real estate, excellent financial acumen, and at least 10 years of relevant experience. The position requires a commercially minded leader capable of managing diverse projects from start to finish, alongside a willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in hotel acquisitions or real estate investment.
• Proven track record in high-value hotel transactions.
• Strong financial and analytical expertise including valuation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the acquisitions strategy.
• Identify and secure new hotel opportunities.
• Lead financial due diligence and investment modelling.
• Negotiate acquisition terms and contracts.
• Provide reporting and performance updates to the board.

Skills

Hotel acquisitions experience

Negotiation skills

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or Hospitality

Job description

Role

Acquisitions Director

Sector

Hotels - Investment & Development

Location

London

Salary

A£150,000 + Excellent Package

I am very excited to be working with this growing group who are ready to appoint their first Acquisitions Director. This newly created senior leadership position will drive the company's expansion strategy through the identification, evaluation, and execution of hotel acquisitions and new-build opportunities across the UK and Europe. The role requires a commercially minded leader with deep experience in branded hospitality real estate, capable of managing complex negotiations and guiding projects from concept to completion.

Acquisitions Director level candidates who have previously worked with branded and franchised hotels and those with international exposure will have an advantage here.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Group's acquisitions strategy, supporting long-term growth across key markets.
• Identify, assess, and secure new opportunities including managed, franchised, and owned hotels.
• Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and investment modelling for potential acquisitions.
• Maintain strong relationships with major hotel brands ensuring compliance with franchise and brand standards.
• Collaborate with the Development team across the full lifecycle of new-build projects - from site identification and design to opening readiness.
• Negotiate acquisition terms, franchise agreements, and project contracts with developers, advisors, and owners.
• Provide detailed reporting, recommendations, and performance updates to the board.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decision-making.

In your locker

• Minimum 10 years' experience in hotel acquisitions, real estate investment, or development, ideally within branded portfolios.
• Proven track record of negotiating and completing complex, high-value hotel transactions.
• Strong financial and analytical expertise including valuation, ROI modelling, and risk assessment.
• Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and presentation skills.
• In-depth understanding of franchise agreements, operational integration, and asset performance.
• Degree-qualified in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or Hospitality; postgraduate qualification advantageous.

To be considered for this incredible opportunity and to learn more about the group, Apply to # must be able to live and work in the UK without restriction. You must also be happy to travel as required.