Director Development Southeast Region

Hilton; Jefferson City (MO); Remote; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality brand as the Director of Development for the Southeast region. This remote role involves defining development strategies, building relationships with owners, and overseeing projects from inception to completion. Hilton offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including travel discounts and paid parental leave.

Benefits

Go Hilton travel program

Hilton Shares

Paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Hospitality, Franchise, or Real Estate Sales.
• 3+ years in B2B Client Management/Sales.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute development strategies for Spark and LivSmart.
• Negotiate and execute deals for managed and franchised hotels.
• Oversee development projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Hospitality

B2B Client Management

Negotiation

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Position Location

_The location for this position is virtual/remote_

About the Role

This is your chance to join our Development team, which plays a significant role in Hilton's growth strategy by adding new hotels to our expanding portfolio. As a Director of Development, you will partner with owners and investors to grow our managed and franchised hotel estate, leveraging our global expertise to develop one of the leading brands in the hospitality industry. Reporting to the VP Managing Director Development Southeast, you will focus on expanding our Spark and LivSmart footprint in the Southeast region of the United States.

Support and Benefits

Hilton supports the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members through various programs and benefits, including:

• Go Hilton travel program: 110 nights of discounted travel with room rates as low as $40/night
• Hilton Shares: Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) at a 15% discount
• Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Mental health resources, including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional benefits detailed at https://jobs.hilton.com/us/en/benefits

Hilton is dedicated to leadership development at every career stage, both in our hotels and corporate offices.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Tasks:

• Define and execute development strategies for Spark and LivSmart in the Southeast, collaborating with leadership.
• Build strong relationships with owners, industry partners, and local authorities to identify and develop opportunities.
• Assess and prioritize development projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and strategic goals.
• Negotiate and execute deals for managed and franchised hotels, coordinating with stakeholders.

Collaboration:

• Work with internal teams and external partners to execute deals efficiently.
• Coordinate with departments like Legal, Feasibility, and Brand to streamline development processes.

Project Ownership:

• Oversee development projects from inception to completion, ensuring smooth handovers.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• 7+ years in Hospitality, Franchise, or Real Estate Sales
• 3+ years in B2B Client Management/Sales
• Willingness to travel up to 70%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred)
• Experience negotiating complex hotel agreements
• Knowledge of financial analysis including NPV and IRR

Working at Hilton

Hilton, recognized as the #1 World's Best Workplace, offers a diverse portfolio of brands and a culture of hospitality. Learn more at our careers blog and Instagram.

Hilton is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. For more information, visit our accommodation policy.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is $120,000 - $175,000, based on experience and location. Eligible for bonuses and incentives. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, and more. Details at benefits link.

Job Details

**Job:** Architecture, Design, and Development

**Title:** Director Development Southeast Region

**Location:** Remote

**Requisition ID:** COR0156B

**EEO Statement:** EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans