Real Estate Development Director

Job Reference: 2524

Company Description:

• Our client is a globally recognised luxury hospitality group known for its commitment to exceptional service, refined design, and long-term development strategy across key international markets.
• Be part of a high-performing development team, working alongside senior leadership to identify, evaluate, and deliver premium hotel projects worldwide.
• Contribute to the strategic expansion of a prestigious brand through investment analysis, deal underwriting, feasibility studies, and close collaboration with investors, developers, and key stakeholders.

Role Description:

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and execution of new development opportunities across the UK and international markets.
• Oversee the full development lifecycle from feasibility and acquisition through to delivery and handover.
• Conduct detailed financial modelling, investment analysis, and underwriting to support strategic decision-making.
• Negotiate key commercial terms including heads of terms, development agreements, and partnership structures.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders including investors, consultants, architects, and local authorities.
• Ensure alignment between design, operations, and commercial teams to maintain project viability and brand standards.
• Monitor risk, budget, timelines, and quality across multiple projects to ensure successful delivery.
• Represent the company at industry events and contribute to long-term growth planning and market intelligence.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5–7 years experience in real estate development, investment analysis, or feasibility, ideally within the luxury hospitality or high-end mixed-use sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modelling, investment underwriting, and the preparation of detailed feasibility studies.
• Strong understanding of hotel management agreements (HMAs), lease structures, and real estate transaction frameworks.
• Proven ability to assess global market opportunities and provide strategic recommendations based on commercial viability.
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors, and development partners.
• Familiarity with the full development lifecycle, from concept through to delivery, with an ability to align operations, design, and finance functions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence internal and external parties.
• Degree-qualified in Real Estate, Finance, Hospitality, or a related field; further professional qualifications (e.g. MRICS, CFA) are advantageous.

To Apply:

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