Senior Manager - Wellness (RES8)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in the Riyadh Region is seeking a Senior Manager – Wellness to enhance wellness experiences across their properties. The ideal candidate will oversee research, develop concepts tailored to demographics, and collaborate with various stakeholders. With a focus on fitness, spa, and wellness integration, this role requires at least 8 years in wellness operations within luxury settings. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong interpersonal skills are essential. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Robust package of benefits

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in wellness operations or development, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Familiarity with budgeting and project planning.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic development of wellness experiences across the hotel portfolio.
• Conduct research on trends in fitness and wellness therapies.
• Prepare operational briefs detailing guest journey and experience flow.

Skills

Understanding of spa and fitness operations

Proficiency with project management tools

Strong presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Sports Science, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Reporting tools

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is excited to announce an opportunity for a Senior Manager – Wellness, to join our visionary Hospitality team. This pivotal role drives the strategic development of fitness, spa, and holistic wellness experiences across our hotel and mixed‑use portfolio, from market insights to master planning, concept design and shaping next‑generation offerings that integrate performance, recovery, wellbeing, lifestyle, and therapeutic, aligned with the vision and pillars of Qiddiya.

Key Responsibilities

• Market & Concept Research: Support ongoing research into emerging global trends in fitness, wellness therapies, spa innovation, sports recovery, biohacking, and integrative wellbeing.
• Concept Development: Contribute to the creation of differentiated concepts such as signature Spas, premium fitness and wellness centers, tailoring concepts to specific asset types, districts and demographic targets.
• Operational Briefs: Prepare or support the development of comprehensive Wellness operational briefs detailing concept intent, guest journey and experience flow, spatial planning and zoning, and technical requirements.
• Treatment & Program Development: Support the creation of wellness programs, treatment menus, and performance/recovery protocols.
• Procurement & Equipment Support: Collaborate with the Procurement team to evaluate and recommend tabletop, kitchen, and bar equipment solutions that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency.
• Project Assistance: Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with financial targets and operational schedules.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Assist in coordinating with third‑party operators, consultants, and internal teams to support smooth execution.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports, presentations, and summary documents for the Director to aid decision‑making.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Sports Science, Wellness/Spa Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years’ experience in spa, fitness or wellness operations and/or development, preferably within luxury hospitality or wellness brands.
• Wellness Expertise: Understanding of spa, fitness/gyms and wellness operations, and awareness of current trends and concept innovation.
• Project & Financial Awareness: Familiarity with budgeting, cost control, and project planning; ability to balance creative ideas with practical considerations.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong team player with good interpersonal and presentation skills, able to coordinate effectively with chefs, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with project management and reporting tools.
• Mindset: Passion for wellbeing and hospitality, with a proactive and practical approach to implementing new ideas.

A robust package of benefits