Business Development Trainee

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.

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