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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. Business Development
  4. ACCOR

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Bangkok, Thailand

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REF5601Q

Development Director, Luxury Brands, Asia

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle


Company Description

Join the Accor Group, an ecosystem of over 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations, in 110 countries. 

As one of our 5,000+ Corporate Heartists®, come pursue your passion to the vibrant rhythm of the hospitality industry. 

With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries. Every action you take can have a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality. 

Become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you into a world where life pulses with passion.


Job Description

About the Role
Accor is seeking a dynamic Development Director, Luxury Brands, Asia to drive the growth of our luxury hotel portfolio. This role is pivotal in sourcing, negotiating, and finalizing development projects for our luxury hotel brands across various contract types (management, franchise, residential) and project formats (hotels, resorts, extended stay, branded residences, mixed-use).

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and pursue potential development opportunities for Accor luxury hotel brands.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with hotel owners, developers, and consultants.
  • Lead deal-making processes, including opportunity evaluation, pitch development, and contract negotiation.
  • Stay informed on market conditions, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (legal, finance, operations, brand, technical services) to ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

  • Degree in Business, Hospitality, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.
  • Significant experience in hospitality development and market analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of hotel accounting, management agreements, franchise models, and financial modeling.
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial drive and multicultural awareness.

Additional Information

Why Join Us?
At Accor, we believe in creating exceptional experiences for our guests and partners. This is your opportunity to shape the future of luxury hospitality in one of the most dynamic regions in the world.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

LET YOUR PASSION SHINE

We foster our creativity, our excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.

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Let your passion shine

We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.

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