Group Director of Development

Hotel & Resort Group

Director of development

Confidential international luxury lifestyle hospitality group

(Hotels, resorts, city hotels & residences)

Position summary

COMPANIUM Hospitality has been mandated to recruit a Director of Development on behalf of a confidential international hospitality group. The group operates and develops luxury lifestyle hotels, beach clubs, city hotels, resorts, and branded residences across leading destinations.

The Director of Development will be responsible for defining and implementing the groups integral growth strategy, identifying strategic markets, assessing opportunities, and securing new projects and partnerships.

The role involves close collaboration with the Group COO to ensure that all new developments are aligned with the company's operational standards, financial objectives, and long-term vision.



Key responsibilities
- Development & expansion strategy

Define and lead the groups global development strategy in line with brand vision and financial objectives.





Conduct market mapping to identify priority regions and cities for expansion.

Perform competitive benchmarking and monitor market trends, pipeline projects, and emerging destinations.

Recommend development priorities and entry strategies for new markets (resorts, urban hotels, or mixed-use projects).


- Deal sourcing & negotiation

Source opportunities through a strong international network of owners, investors, and developers.

Lead negotiations for management agreements, leases, joint ventures, or selective equity participation.

Structure deals that maximize value and long-term brand strength.
- Market analysis, feasibility studies & investment analysis

Deliver market intelligence on lifestyle/luxury trends, mixed-use projects, and branded residences.

Conduct detailed feasibility studies, including financial modeling, market demand analysis, and ROI projections for new projects.

Assess project risks and returns, ens

📌 Director of Development (Barcelona)
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📍 Barcelona