Associate Director Hospitality Asset Strategy

Job description / Role

Overview:

The Associate Director - Hospitality Asset Strategy at Qiddiya Investment Company will play a pivotal role in developing and executing the hospitality strategies for Qiddiya City, set to be a world-class leisure and entertainment destination. This position requires an individual with deep expertise in hospitality management and strategic planning, essential for guiding the development of high-end hospitality assets and ensuring alignment with Qiddiya’s vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare hospitality growth strategies, including brand positioning and asset optimization in collaboration with senior team members
• Coordinate cross-functional inputs (development, design, finance, operations) to ensure alignment with project requirements
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align hospitality strategy with broader corporate goals
• Assist in the preparation of business cases, briefing documents, and presentations for internal stakeholders and senior management
• Monitor portfolio and project performance by reviewing hotel performance data and analysis
• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on strategic analysis, market research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis
• Prepare strategic reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive decision-making
• Build and maintain strong relationships with leading operators, investors, and strategic partners communicating strategic objectives and commercial framework
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to ensure progression of project milestones and deliverables and assist with project support as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in hospitality asset management or strategy roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position

Benefits:

Attractive compensation and benefits package