General Manager at Accor

, , Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Management, Pre-opening Success, Cultural Fluency, Stakeholder Management, P&L Command, Revenue Architecture, Market Positioning, Owner Relations, Communication, Leadership, Artistry, Community Building, Service Excellence, Training, Collaboration, Hospitality

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description About Faena Faena creates cultural epicenters—living stages where art, design, and warm, attentive hospitality convene to craft a feast for the senses. We are a Cultural Embassy that invites guests to seek the extraordinary, shaping worlds that feel profoundly personal, welcoming, and alive. “At Wadi Safar, we are shaping a new world where art, architecture, and nature live in harmony. Guided by a shared respect for culture and craft, this collaboration with Diriyah Company reflects our belief that beauty can elevate everyday life and inspire a new way of living.” — Alan Faena Job Description The Role As General Manager of Faena Wadi Safar, you will orchestrate the pre‑opening and lead the property into a vibrant, enduring rhythm. You will champion an ethos of artistry and community—curating immersive storytelling, rituals, and moments that transform a stay into a memory and guests into lifelong advocates. At the heart of the community, Faena Hotel Wadi Safar embodies a world where unbound expression meets masterful craft. Here, 130 guestrooms and branded Residences radiate Faena’s bold character in harmony with the land, while residents are invited into a realm of enriching gathering spaces, spa and wellness sanctuaries, signature dining, and a performance theatre presenting shows and artistic collaborations. What you will create Pre‑opening mastery Build and steer the full pre‑opening journey—from critical paths and OS&E readiness to talent, training, and culture—so opening day feels inevitable and effortless. A living cultural program Shape the hotel as a cultural epicenter—from butler‑led signature service to nightlife, dining, wellness, and residencies—designing experiences that are elegant, sensorial, and deeply human. A house of community Foster collaborations with artists, creators, and Diriyah partners to ground Faena’s world in the spirit of place and Saudi creativity. Performance with soul Hold the dual mandate of artistry and accountability—protecting brand standards while delivering commercial excellence, disciplined cost leadership, and owner trust. Iconic teams Recruit, inspire, and develop a high‑performing leadership cadre with the warmth, precision, and presence that define ultra‑luxury. Qualifications Who you are A proven General Manager (or equivalent multi‑property leader) from the ultra‑luxury tier, with pre‑opening successes you can name and measure. Ideally experienced in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with cultural fluency, stakeholder maturity, and a confident understanding of regulatory and localization priorities. An inspiring culture‑builder who leads through story, design, and detail—turning standards into rituals and service into theatre. Commercially exacting: strong P&L command, revenue architecture, market positioning, and owner relations. A clear, compelling communicator—equally at ease on the floor, in the community, and in the boardroom. Arabic a plus; English required. Additional Information What’s in it for you... Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands. Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands! Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture Job-Category: Executive & Hotel Management Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

As General Manager, you will orchestrate the pre-opening and lead the property into a vibrant rhythm, curating experiences that transform stays into memories. You will foster collaborations with artists and creators to ground the hotel in the spirit of place and Saudi creativity.