Business Development Western & Southern Europe Trainee

Primary objectives of position 

Be an integral part of the Development Team Western & Southern Europe and support the growth of the group in the region by closely working with the hotel investor and development community as well as relevant internal stakeholders.  The Western & Southern European Development team represents 8 passionate and enthusiastic developers based across Europe, with key members based in Brussels. 

Obtain a deeper understanding of different contract types (franchise, management and lease agreement) as well as the commercial underwriting and financial valuation of hotel projects. 

Duration: min. 6 months

Projects and Support tasks include 

General tasks 

·       Conduct due diligence for hotel projects, evaluate their feasibility and prepare financial projections for hotels in the region;

·       Coordinate with other departments (Revenue Management, Technical, Legal) to develop financial projections and relevant documentation;

·       Conduct market research and compile business intelligence for the regional markets.

·       Assist in preparation of internal project approval documentation.

·       Assist in preparation of presentations and material for investor meetings, conferences and internal committees.

·       Prepare and keep up-to-date dedicated marketing material and sales documentation for the team.

·       Ensure relevant databases and internal reporting requirements are re up-to-date including bi-weekly reporting process for the region

Your profile and attitude 

·       Being passionate about the hotel industry and hotel development.

·       Being comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and work to align with the team’s responsibilities.

·       Self-reliant and entrepreneurial, ready to take on a challenge

·       Proficiency in business English (both written and spoken).

·       Strong analytical ability and mathematical / financial skills.

·       Understanding and working knowledge of financial concepts and statements.

·       Proficiency in all Office tools and in particular Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Business Development Western & Southern Europe Trainee

Primary objectives of position 

Be an integral part of the Development Team Western & Southern Europe and support the growth of the group in the region by closely working with the hotel investor and development community as well as relevant internal stakeholders.  The Western & Southern European Development team represents 8 passionate and enthusiastic developers based across Europe, with key members based in Brussels. 

Obtain a deeper understanding of different contract types (franchise, management and lease agreement) as well as the commercial underwriting and financial valuation of hotel projects. 

Duration: min. 6 months

Projects and Support tasks include 

General tasks 

·       Conduct due diligence for hotel projects, evaluate their feasibility and prepare financial projections for hotels in the region;

·       Coordinate with other departments (Revenue Management, Technical, Legal) to develop financial projections and relevant documentation;

·       Conduct market research and compile business intelligence for the regional markets.

·       Assist in preparation of internal project approval documentation.

·       Assist in preparation of presentations and material for investor meetings, conferences and internal committees.

·       Prepare and keep up-to-date dedicated marketing material and sales documentation for the team.

·       Ensure relevant databases and internal reporting requirements are re up-to-date including bi-weekly reporting process for the region

Your profile and attitude 

·       Being passionate about the hotel industry and hotel development.

·       Being comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and work to align with the team’s responsibilities.

·       Self-reliant and entrepreneurial, ready to take on a challenge

·       Proficiency in business English (both written and spoken).

·       Strong analytical ability and mathematical / financial skills.

·       Understanding and working knowledge of financial concepts and statements.

·       Proficiency in all Office tools and in particular Excel, Word, PowerPoint.