General Manager - Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus

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As General Manager, you will be the ambassador of both the brand and the property. With your visionary leadership, strategic mindset, and exceptional interpersonal skills, you will inspire a passionate team, elevate guest satisfaction, and deliver outstanding operational results. Leveraging your strong commercial acumen and business drive, you will position the property prominently in the (luxury/premium/midscale/economy) segment and exceed top-line performance targets.

What’s in it for you:

• A dynamic and supportive working environment where your voice is heard and your ideas matter
• Access to world-class learning and development programs through Accor Academy
• Opportunities for career growth and international mobility within one of the world’s leading hospitality groups
• Be part of a company committed to sustainability and community engagement through our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives

Your responsibilities:

Leading the Business

• Direct the overall management and strategic direction of the property, ensuring all departments align with key objectives
• Optimize financial performance, drive profitability, and manage budgets with precision
• Ensure strict compliance with operational policies, legal regulations, and brand standards

Building Your Team

• Play an active role in recruitment, hiring individuals who align with the property’s values and vision
• Champion employee engagement and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing work culture
• Cultivate strong relationships with local partners and the surrounding community

Driving Service Culture

• Uphold and elevate product and service quality to consistently exceed guest expectations
• Embody the brand’s values and ensure full implementation of brand standards throughout the property

Your experience and skills include:

• Proven leadership experience in a similar role within a comparable hotel brand or business segment
• A genuine passion for developing talent and nurturing future leaders
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build authentic, lasting relationships
• Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and excellent communication abilities
• Inspiring leadership style with a track record of motivating high-performing teams
• Solid business acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive commercial success and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs)

You will live the brand by:

• Setting clear, ambitious short and long-term financial objectives aligned with the brand’s strategic vision
• Leading by example to ensure every interaction reflects the brand’s commitment to excellence
• Cultivating strong, transparent relationships with owners and stakeholders to maximize asset performance
• Engaging with team members in a positive, respectful, and empowering manner to deliver memorable guest experiences

Your Team and Working Environment:

Join a dynamic and collaborative team in a vibrant work environment that fosters creativity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our property values open communication, teamwork, and a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, dedicated to attracting, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and contribute to a thriving, respectful work environment where everyone could succeed.