AVP - Hospitality

TRI-CAP CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Operator/Owner to manage operations and drive growth across the APAC region. This role involves strategic and hands-on management, focusing on brand standards, asset management, and team leadership. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in hotel operations and commercial strategies, with a strong focus on leadership and achieving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hotel operations and commercial strategies.
• Strong leadership with a focus on accountability and collaboration.
• Ability to conduct market analyses and feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hotel operations and ensure brand standards.
• Drive performance and manage new hotel openings.
• Conduct market analysis to inform growth strategies.

Skills

Hotel operations

Revenue management

Leadership

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or Business

Job description

This senior Operator/Owner role in hospitality requires a strategic and operational hospitality professional with over a decade of experience to manage and drive growth across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The position reports to the VP and involves both hands‑on operational management and strategic commercial decision‑making to enhance profitability and asset value.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will oversee a diverse portfolio of initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with the company's growth trajectory:

• Hotel Operations & Pre-openings: Drive performance and maintain brand standards across all properties, including leading the operational readiness and stabilization of new hotel ventures in APAC.
• Asset Management & Real Estate Investments: Protect and enhance asset value through strategic capital investments, performance monitoring (GOP, RevPAR), and informed real estate decisions.
• Feasibility Analysis & Negotiations: Conduct comprehensive market analyses to identify growth opportunities, evaluate project feasibility, and negotiate vendor and supplier contracts effectively.
• Revenue Management & Commercial Strategies: Partner with commercial teams to align sales, marketing, and pricing strategies, ensuring optimal occupancy, rate integrity, and maximized revenue streams.
• Food & Beverage Concepts, Retail, and Spa Operations: Oversee all ancillary services, driving innovation in F&B concepts and retail/spa operations to enhance the guest experience and profitability.
• Procurement & Cost Control: Implement efficient procurement processes and manage budgets, identifying cost‑saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
• Leadership & Team Management: Inspire and mentor property‑level and regional teams, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across a diverse workforce.

Requirements

• Experience: More than 10 years of in-depth experience in hotel operations and driving commercial strategies, preferably with multi‑property or regional management exposure.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail in the hospitality industry, ensuring high standards are consistently met across all areas of operation.
• Leadership & Commercial Awareness: Strong leadership abilities, commercial acumen, and the capacity to translate strategic vision into actionable initiatives.
• APAC Expertise: A deep understanding of market dynamics, consumer trends, and regulatory landscapes within key Asia Pacific countries.
• Skills: Exceptional problem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders and lead large‑scale projects effectively.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field is typically required.
• Travel: Flexibility to travel frequently across the APAC region to support hotel teams and meet with partners.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Personal data provided will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Please apply with your CV in word document format. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. For other positions related to real estate or other alternative investments, please go to https://careers.tri-cap.com.sg/.

EA Licence: 24S2282

EA Personnel: R1109270