Hotel General Manager

On behalf of a prestigious five-star hospitality group with a portfolio of premium hotels and resorts in the UAE, we are conducting a confidential search for an experienced General Manager to lead the operations of one of its flagship properties. The identity of the employer will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only, and all applications will be handled in strict confidence.The General Manager acts as the property's operational leader, ensuring every department performs to its maximum efficiency against agreed standards of operation and delivers individual profitability in line with budget guidelines. The role is accountable for the hotel's long-term success and sustainability, deploying best-practice business-excellence processes, empowerment and continuous-improvement methodologies, while upholding the company's mission, vision, guiding principles and core standards of service.ExperienceMinimum 5 years' experience as General Manager in a five-star hotel or resort (essential).Experience working with asset managers or owner representatives (essential).Demonstrable track record of improving guest satisfaction and profitability (essential).Experience leading a culturally diverse workforce (essential).Project management experience (essential).Middle East experience (desirable).Resort experience (desirable).Combined operational background across Rooms and Food & Beverage (desirable).CompetenciesLeadership — supports and takes care of the team; encourages and gives feedback.Task achievement — manages diverse, high-volume operations; aligns priorities to one- to three-year strategic plans; creates new business opportunities.Relationship building — influences peers, suppliers and team members; confronts mediocrity constructively.Communication — strong, effective communication skills across all levels.Technical — familiarity with EFQM or comparable quality models; drives process and product improvement; delivers divisional business targets.Individual characteristics — adapts long-term plans; self-assured with strong self-awareness; reads how people respond to others.How to ApplyThis search is being conducted on a strictly confidential basis. Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV in confidence; no details will be shared with any third party, including current employers, without prior consent. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.