Managing Director (Hospitality) at Juremi Group

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Juremi Ventures stands as a beacon in the realms of Real Estate, Construction, Government Solutions, Energy, Transportation, Project Financing, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), Auction, and Recovery. With assets stretching across the sprawling landscapes of the Northern, Eastern, Southern, and North Central regions of the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Ttitle: Managing Director (Hospitality)

Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The Managing Director (Hospitality) will be responsible for spearheading the growth and expansion of the hotel group.
• They will develop and implement strategies to push growth, establish new contacts, strategic partnerships with government and private entities, open new hotels, turn them into a chain franchise, expand globally, standardize operations, and increase revenue.
• The MD will operate independently from the chairman and will have the authority to establish branches and make decisions autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to drive growth and expansion in alignment with the company's objectives.
• Lead and inspire a team towards achieving ambitious goals.
• Identify and establish relationships with potential investors, partners, and stakeholders to facilitate expansion opportunities.
• Identify new market segments and geographic locations for hotel development.
• Develop franchise models and strategies for turning hotels into a chain franchise.
• Negotiate franchise agreements and oversee the onboarding process for new franchisees.
• Build government relations with Agencies, Ministries, Departments and parastals to bring in new business.
• Build relationship with multinational organisations and Non-profits to growth the business.
• Lead expansion efforts, including market research, site selection, and establishment of new hotels in key markets.
• Ensure brand consistency and adaptability to diverse cultural contexts.
• Develop and maintain a strong brand identity for the hotel group.
• Standardize operations, service quality, and guest experiences across all hotels within the group.
• Implement revenue optimization strategies to maximize profitability.
• Analyze market trends and implement pricing strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Establish and oversee branches, providing guidance and support while allowing autonomy in decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven track record with a minimum of 10 years in a senior leadership role within the hospitality industry, with a focus on expansion and business development.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategic plans that drive growth and expansion.
• Strong network of contacts within the hospitality industry, including potential investors, developers, and franchisees.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify opportunities and establish new hotel branches without direct oversight from the chairman.
• Experience in site selection, negotiation, and securing necessary permits and licenses for new branch openings.
• Proven track record of successfully managing the launch and initial operations of new hotel branches.
• Strong network and experience in developing contacts with government ministries, agencies, departments, and parastatals relevant to the hospitality industry.
• Ability to navigate government regulations, policies, and procedures to facilitate business operations and expansion.
• Experience in leveraging government partnerships for mutual benefit, such as infrastructure development, tourism promotion, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to build rapport and influence key stakeholders within the government sector.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in international markets and understanding of global business dynamics.
• Proven ability to think creatively, take initiative, and make decisions independently.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ability to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability.
• Inspirational leadership style with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Ability to delegate effectively and empower team members to achieve their full potential.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and business priorities.
• Resilience to overcome challenges and setbacks encountered during the expansion process.

Salary Range
N750,000 - N1,000,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
7th June, 2024.