Director of Development - Luxury Hospitality (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Development to join Jumeirah Group in a remote capacity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead regional growth across Europe, focusing on securing high-value development opportunities that expand our hotel and residences portfolio. As a Director of Development remote position, you will play a crucial role in supporting Jumeirah’s Mission 2030 to double our portfolio.

What You'll Do

• Lead the full development lifecycle, including sourcing, preliminary assessments, feasibility coordination, design workshops, contract negotiations, and internal governance processes.
• Drive site identification and evaluation through feasibility studies, financial modeling, market research, and due diligence.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships by negotiating with owners, developers, and family businesses.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and quality control to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Represent the brand externally at industry events and conferences, showcasing our commitment to excellence in hospitality.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in the hospitality industry with a strong track record in hotel development in Europe.
• Proven ability to identify, evaluate, and execute high-value development opportunities.
• Strong negotiation capabilities with owners, developers, and stakeholders.
• Experience negotiating HMAs and Branded Residences Agreements.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder development processes with precision and speed.

Nice to Have

• Experience in international markets beyond Europe.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in hospitality development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and inspiring workplace culture.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.