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Director - Development - Jumeirah Group & Corporate
full-time•United Arab Emirates
Summary
About this role
About Jumeirah
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.
About the Job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Director - Development to join Jumeirah Group & Corporate, following an internal promotional move.
The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:
Lead regional growth across Europe, Middle East and/or Asia by securing high-value development opportunities that expand the hotel and residences portfolio, strengthen brand presence in new markets, and support Jumeirah’s Mission 2030 to double the portfolio.
Manage the full development lifecycle, including sourcing, preliminary assessments, feasibility coordination, design workshops, contract negotiations, internal governance processes, and handover to Technical Services - ensuring projects are progressed with discipline, accuracy, and strategic alignment.
Drive site identification and evaluation through feasibility studies, financial modelling, market research, and due diligence to select opportunities that match the company’s vision and accelerate international expansion.
Build and maintain strong partnerships by negotiating with owners, developers, and family businesses, working closely with legal, feasibility, brand, operations and finance teams to shape agreements that enable sustainable and scalable growth.
Lead and support a high-performing regional team by providing direction, clear communication, and strategic insight to senior leadership, while representing the brand externally at industry events and conferences.
Oversee full development lifecycles - planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and quality control - while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with brand and strategic priorities.
About You
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
Extensive experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong track record in hotel development, real estate, or related fields in Europe, Middle East and/or Asia.
Proven ability to identify, evaluate, and execute high-value development opportunities.
Strong negotiation capabilities with owners, developers, and stakeholders, backed by a well-established industry network across Europe, Middle East and/or Asia.
Strong experience negotiating HMAs and Branded Residences Agreements.
Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder development processes with precision and speed.
About the Benefits
At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.
Benefits include:
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
- Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
- Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
- Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
- Paid annual leave entitlement
- Incentive programmes aligned with leadership performance
- Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)
What you'll do
- The Director - Development will lead regional growth by securing high-value development opportunities and managing the full development lifecycle. This includes overseeing site identification, feasibility studies, and ensuring projects align with strategic priorities.
About Merex Investment Group
Merex Investment is a joint venture between Dubai Holding and Brookfield Asset Management formed in 2019, focused on creating long-term value for Dubai’s residents and business community. The joint venture valued at approximately AED 5 billion (US$1.4 billion) owns and operates a diversified portfolio of retail assets, including The Beach, City Walk and La Mer that span over 2 million square feet, which host over 550 retail, leisure and entertainment tenants
Merex Investment’s strategic investments and partnerships re-imagine the way people experience the city, re-engineer the way businesses interact with their customers, and re-think the way urban spaces are designed to create clean, sustainable, happy spaces. Merex Investment is firmly established as a partner of choice for local entrepreneurs, and regional and global businesses.
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