Senior Creative Director

Skillsearch; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality company in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Creative Director to lead the design strategy across luxury hotels and residences. Candidates should possess over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality roles and a strong portfolio. This role offers the chance to innovate and redefine guest experiences. Interested applicants can apply now or contact Jack Baxter at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 15+ years in senior creative roles within luxury hospitality.
• Strong portfolio across hotels, F&B, and residential environments.
• Passion for innovation and strategic storytelling through design.

Responsibilities

• Evolve the creative vision for luxury hotels and restaurants.
• Collaborate with architects and designers for cohesive environments.
• Manage large-scale projects from concept to execution.
• Oversee RFPs and evaluate design proposals.
• Lead a team of designers to foster creativity.

Skills

Luxury design principles

Stakeholder management

Creative leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in Design, Architecture, Hospitality, or related field

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Creative Director with a passion for redefining luxury hospitality experiences?

A high-profile destination is seeking a visionary Senior Creative Director to lead the design strategy across its portfolio of luxury hotels, serviced residences, and F&B concepts. This is a unique opportunity to drive innovation and set new standards in premium guest experiences across urban resorts and high-end hospitality environments.

If you have a background in luxury hotel design, a deep understanding of brand storytelling through space, and the creative leadership to bring bold concepts to life, this could be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Shape and evolve the creative vision for luxury hotels, residences, restaurants, lounges, cafés, and kiosks
• Collaborate with architects, interior designers, and experiential creatives to deliver cohesive, premium environments
• Guide the critique and review process of all design submissions to ensure alignment with luxury brand identity
• Stay ahead of hospitality and luxury design trends, bringing fresh insights and inspiration into the creative process
• Manage multiple large-scale projects from concept to execution while balancing quality, timelines, and budgets
• Oversee RFPs for creative agencies and vendors and evaluate design proposals from multiple operators
• Lead and mentor a team of designers, fostering creativity and collaboration through workshops and strategic planning
• Use technology and design thinking to enhance the guest journey and differentiate brand experience

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Design, Architecture, Hospitality, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years in senior creative roles within luxury hospitality, with a strong portfolio spanning hotels, F&B, and residential environments
• Expertise in luxury design principles and delivering elevated guest experiences
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Passion for innovation, detail, and strategic storytelling through design

This is your chance to shape a world-class hospitality vision at one of the most ambitious and forward-thinking destinations in the region. Apply now, or reach out to Jack Baxter - [e-mail]