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.