Director, Development-Select Service-West Region-Remote

Job Summary

The Director of Development partners closely with the VP and SVP of Development to identify and analyze new growth opportunities for Aimbridge. The Director of Development will execute strategies designed to generate, pursue, and close business with prospects that have been identified and assigned as strategic. He or she will also help identify new partnership opportunities that are in line with Aimbridge’s strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors’ degree in business hotel management or a related field is desired
• Requires at least 4 years of progressive growth within a hotel-focused business development, brokerage, or investment environment
• Prior work in business development with major hotel brands, brokerage companies, and/or management companies preferred
• A network of owners, lenders, investors, operators, consultants, asset managers, and other potential partners who are in a position to support our growth and success
• Extensive and up-to-date knowledge of the hospitality development landscape within key North American markets

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with VP and SVP of Business Development to source, pitch, negotiate, and execute opportunities for Aimbridge to manage new Select Service hotels
• Conduct site visits, perform due diligence, analyze operating projection and investment models, develop project support among internal stakeholders, and develop and deliver highly customized pitches and responses to Requests for Proposals
• Assess hotel acquisition opportunities for value, operating plan, and investment metrics to determine fit for Aimbridge owner partners
• Identify and assess potential new markets, including development and implementation of strategies to target new clients for market entry
• Build and grow relationships with internal and external stakeholders who enable Aimbridge’s growth

Protects the organization’s value by keeping all information confidential

Additional Information

This position requires 75+% travel.

Property Details

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading, global hospitality company with a growing hotel portfolio representing more than 1,500 properties in 50 states and 23 countries. As a top hospitality employer, we are a great place to unlock your future, providing unparalleled opportunities for you to reach places in your career you might have never imagined were possible - more opportunities to help create memorable experiences, ways to succeed, and great people to inspire you. Aimbridge Hospitality is based in Plano, TX, with additional corporate offices in Atlanta, Calgary, Fargo, Puerto Rico, San Clemente, and Washington D.C. Aimbridge EMEA has offices in Birmingham and Glasgow, UK, and Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Aimbridge LatAm has offices in Monterrey, Mexico.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan