Head of Hotels – Global CRE Leader & Growth Champion

Leadership and Management

• Lead and mentor a team of hotel property professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and providing ongoing development opportunities.
• Set clear objectives and performance targets for the team, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.

Financial Reporting and Budgeting

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial reports, ensuring accurate and timely reporting against budgetary targets.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions as needed to meet financial objectives.
• Collaborate with finance and senior management to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for the Hotels division.

Risk Management

• Develop and implement robust risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with the hotel property portfolio.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure compliance and minimise risk exposure.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop contingency plans to address potential issues.

Review and Signing of Reports

• Conduct thorough reviews of reports and analyses prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high standards of quality.
• Provide expert feedback and guidance to team members to enhance report quality and professional development.
• Act as the final signatory for major reports, maintaining accountability for the integrity and credibility of the division’s outputs.

Attendance at Internal Meetings

• Participate in internal strategy meetings, providing insights and recommendations based on market trends and property analyses.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align the Hotel division’s strategies with the broader organisational goals.
• Communicate complex hotel property concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., F/MRICS) preferred.
• Extensive experience in a leadership role within the hotel property sector.
• In-depth knowledge of hotel property markets, trends, and valuation methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and drive results through effective leadership.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to treating all employees and job applicants equitably. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Location

This role may be remote or office-based. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom.

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