General Manager - Le Méridien Riyadh
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Additional Information Job Number26048286 Job CategoryProperty Leadership LocationLe Méridien Riyadh, King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Road Al Woroud District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, 11544 ScheduleFull Time Located Remotely?
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Job Category**Property Leadership
**Location**Le Méridien Riyadh, King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Road Al Woroud District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, 11544
Position Overview
Le Méridien Riyadh is a contemporary lifestyle hotel bringing the brand’s signature focus on culture, design, cuisine, and meaningful experiences to the heart of Saudi Arabia’s capital.
The hotel caters to both business and leisure travellers, offering strong food and beverage concepts, meeting and event facilities, and an engaging connection to the local market.
We are seeking an experienced, commercially driven **General Manager** to lead the overall performance of the hotel.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong strategic leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to build high-performing teams while driving revenue growth and guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide full leadership and operational oversight of the hotel in line with Marriott International and Le Méridien brand standards
- Develop and execute effective commercial strategies to improve revenue, profitability, and market share across all departments
- Lead annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic positioning
- Build and maintain strong relationships with ownership, key stakeholders, corporate partners, and the local business community
- Champion service excellence, guest engagement, and brand presence within the Riyadh market
- Inspire, develop, and retain a high-performing executive team and hotel associates
- Ensure compliance with all local regulations, Marriott governance requirements, and health, safety, and quality standards
Candidate Profile
- Minimum **5+ years of experience** as a General Manager or in a senior hotel leadership role within upscale or luxury hospitality
- Demonstrated success in driving commercial performance and improving financial results
- **Experience in the Middle East is advantageous; previous experience in Saudi Arabia is beneficial but not mandatory**
- **Arabic language skills are an advantage**
- Strong leadership presence with cultural awareness and excellent stakeholder management skills
- Experience within an international hotel brand environment preferred
Why Join Le Méridien Riyadh
This role offers the opportunity to lead a distinctive lifestyle hotel in one of the region’s most dynamic hospitality markets, contributing to the continued evolution of luxury and lifestyle travel in Saudi Arabia.
*At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity.
We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.
Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.
We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.*
*#LI-MM1*
At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life.
Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination.
We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life.
We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team.
If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien.
In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
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