Hotel General Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Hotel General Manager to take full ownership of an overseas property, guiding it from pre‑opening and launch through to steady‑state operations. You will build the local team, understand the market, and ensure the brand delivers its promise on the ground.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the complete property lifecycle: pre‑opening, launch, and day‑to‑day operations.
• Conduct in‑depth local market analysis and develop competitive strategies and business plans.
• Build and lead a cross‑cultural team, maintaining consistent brand service standards.
• Manage relationships with local authorities, partners, and guests; handle incidents, crisis communications, and regulatory compliance.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of operations management experience with a chain hotel group.
• Excellent cross‑cultural communication, business acumen, and leadership abilities.
• Strong decision‑making skills with a proven track record of motivating teams and resolving conflicts in multicultural environments.
• Working proficiency in Chinese; experience with Chinese hotel groups or operating a Chinese brand overseas is preferred.
• Proficiency in English or additional languages is a plus.
• Willingness to commit to long‑term overseas assignments; resilience under pressure and adaptability in fast‑changing environments.

Required skills