Director of Hotels

DeverellSmith Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DeverellSmith Group in Ireland is seeking a Director to lead its hotels and operational real estate valuation offering. You will build and develop a high-performing team while advising lenders, investors and corporates on high-profile assets across the Irish market.

The role requires MRICS/MSCSI, a track record in leadership, and strong technical expertise in valuation, DCF modelling and Argus Enterprise. You will engage with clients and contribute to pitches and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• MRICS/MSCSI qualification required.
• Proven leadership of valuation teams and delivery of targets.
• Strong knowledge of operational real estate valuation and DCF modelling.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Red Book valuations for lenders, investors, developers and corporates.
• Produce feasibility studies and advisory reports on new schemes.
• Lead and grow the team into one of the strongest in the market.
• Act as a sector specialist, including speaking at industry events.
• Carry out inspections, market research and comparable analysis.
• Provide sector-specific consultancy to the wider business.
• Build client relationships and win new business.
• Contribute to pitches, proposals and team initiatives.
• Deliver against financial targets and the business plan.

Skills

MRICS/MSCSI

Team leadership

Valuation experience

DCF modelling

Excel

Argus Enterprise

Communication

Education

MRICS/MSCSI qualification

Finance/accountancy background

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Excel

Job description

An international real estate advisory firm is growing its valuation team and looking for a Director to lead its hotels and operational real estate valuation offering. This senior leadership role combines building and developing a strong team with advising a broad mix of new and established clients on high-profile assets across the Irish market.

What you'll bring:

• MRICS/MSCSI qualification; a finance or accountancy background is a plus
• Experience leading teams and hitting financial targets
• Strong technical knowledge of operational real estate valuation, including DCF modelling, Excel, and Argus Enterprise and Developer
• Clear, confident communication skills and a strong eye for detail
• Well organised, with the ability to manage several priorities at once
• A collaborative, relationship-focused approach

What you'll do:

• Deliver Red Book valuations for lenders, investors, developers and corporates
• Produce feasibility studies and advisory reports on new schemes
• Lead and grow the team into one of the strongest in the market
• Act as a sector specialist, including speaking at industry events
• Carry out inspections, market research and comparable analysis
• Provide sector-specific consultancy to the wider business
• Build client relationships and win new business
• Contribute to pitches, proposals and team initiatives
• Deliver against financial targets and the business plan