Vice President Of Development

AccorHotels

Dubai, UAE

Ref: RP714-28214

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
General Management
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism

Company description

Ennismore is a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, formed in 2021.

Ennismore has brought together two global F&B leaders, Paris Society and Rikas, renowned for their iconic venues worldwide and recognized as two of the industry's largest F&B operators. This F&B platform consolidates F&B brand houses and operations, driven by strategic and creative concepts. The Business Development Coordinator will support the F&B platform in its growth and expansion efforts.

We're now looking for a Vice President of Development to lead the global expansion of our F&B platform - sourcing, shaping, and delivering new projects that capture the essence of contemporary luxury, design, and culture.

Job description

What you'll do

  • Source, structure, and secure new projects through management, lease, and license agreements.
  • Build and nurture relationships with developers, landlords, and investors who share our vision of elevated hospitality.
  • Collaborate with Ennismore's global development teams to align strategy, pipeline, and brand priorities.
  • Partner with internal teams - finance, design, operations, and legal - to ensure every project blends commercial strength with brand excellence.
  • Lead the preparation of financial models, business plans, and investment analyses.
  • Represent Ennismore's F&B brands at key international industry events.
  • Qualifications

    What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in development or asset management within luxury hospitality, F&B, or lifestyle brands.
  • Proven track record in structuring and closing complex agreements.
  • Deep understanding of the global dining and luxury landscape.
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen with a passion for value creation.
  • A refined creative sensibility and appreciation for culinary innovation, design, and culture.
  • Entrepreneurial, confident, and agile in a fast-paced international environment.
  • Based in Dubai, with global mobility.
  • Additional information

    What's in it for you ...

  • The opportunity to embark on an exciting career in a company that is taking off!
  • Ennismore's values and fast-growing environment.
  • The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture.
  • The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a rewarding environment, building global brand.
  • Flight, visa, accommodation, and a small pocket money are taken care of.
  • Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
  • Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work.
  • An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate, and make a positive impact.
  • About the Company

    A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

    We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

    From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.

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