Director Development UK, Ireland & Nordics

Ready to shape skylines, grow brands, and close deals that matter?

We're on the lookout for a dynamic, commercially savvy dealmaker to lead hotel development across the UK, Ireland, and Nordics. If you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities before anyone else, and turning conversations into signed deals—this is your stage.

What you’ll be doing

• Spotting the next big opportunity: identifying new hotel projects—conversions, new builds, or rebrands
• Building powerful relationships with owners, investors, developers and partners
• Turning ideas into deals by structuring, negotiating and closing agreements
• Analysing and unlocking project potential with feasibility and valuation insights
• Owning the full deal lifecycle from outreach to approval
• Coordinating internal teams to bring deals to life

What makes it exciting

• High impact role with direct influence on growth and revenue
• Autonomy to manage your territory and pipeline
• Variety with travel, networking and dealmaking
• Clear performance targets and visible success
• Part of a leading global hospitality brand

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in business development, real estate or hospitality
• Strong network across owners, investors or operators
• Excellent negotiation and deal-closing skills
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical capability
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

You’ll thrive here if you are

• Target-driven and results-oriented
• A confident communicator
• A relationship builder
• Proactive and forward-thinking
• Culturally adaptable

Your background

• Degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or Hospitality
• Experience in hotel development, franchising or real estate transactions
• Experience negotiating management or franchise agreements
• Fluent English (additional languages are a plus)

The bottom line

This is an opportunity to shape the future of hospitality in your region, build a portfolio you can be proud of, and make a visible impact on a global business. If you enjoy the thrill of the deal and want to leave your mark—we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: if you’re successful, you’ll need to provide proof of your right to work in the UK before joining us.