Director JW Marriott & The Luxury Collection, Europe

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Job Description

Inspiring travel. Powering performance. Thriving together.

Role Summary

The Director JW Marriott & The Luxury Collection Europe is responsible for the pull-through of Luxury Brand initiatives and brand marketing campaigns for JW Marriott & The Luxury Collection in Europe. The position will have primary focus in four key areas:

• Culturally Relevant Brand Marketing - Understand and monitor customer sentiment in key European source markets and partner with Senior Director of Luxury Brand Marketing to execute 360-degree brand marketing campaigns and activations in key source markets for JW Marriott & The Luxury Collection, Europe.
• Localized Brand Management - Partner with Global brand team on brand strategy and ensure pull through and localization of brand initiatives across the continent.
• Luxury Group Alignment - Main point of contact for HQ Luxury Group leaders providing European lens on luxury brand strategy.
• On-Strategy Portfolio Growth - Partner with Senior Director, Portfolio Growth Europe to ensure alignment on design, guest experience, spa and F&B concepts for potential opportunities.

This role is part of the EMEA Luxury Brand team, reports to the Vice President, Luxury Brands, Europe. This person will work cross-functionally with leaders across both EMEA and HQ.

Skills and experience we will look for in the ideal candidate to join our team:

• Excellent influencing and leadership skills.
• Excellent presentation skills and strong executive presence.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally to drive results.
• Able to effectively prioritise multiple tasks from multiple stakeholders and to influence results in a matrix environment.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt programs and activity to meet local market and culture needs.
• Initiative-taker and ability to work independently. Strong time management and ability to multi-task.
• Possesses an understanding of brand building strategies, differentiation, and consumer insights across brand segments.
• Sets ambitious standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment of goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.
• 10+ years of work experience, to include hotel operations, brand marketing and/or luxury brand experience.
• University degree preferred.
• Proven track record working with senior executives in a consultative manner.
• Consistent track record of advancing business direction and strategies.
• Experience in European markets preferred.
• Language requirements: High proficiency in English is required. Additional language knowledge or proficiency is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard software applications (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Teams).

Why it's a great idea to work for Marriott International:

UK

• We offer 'hybrid working' to enable you to live fully and balance home and work
• 22+ holidays plus public holidays as additional to be sure you have fun and make memories
• This role is bonus and stock eligible - our success is your success
• Access to numerous, world class profession and personal learning and development programmes to enable success in your current role but also for your future growth within the Company
• You will have international team members to share great ideas with and you will potentially travel in this role
• You, your friends and family will be able to enjoy global hotel, food and drinks discounts and benefits, and explore our world
• Regular team and office gatherings, both in person and remotely to build our sense of purpose
• Strong, experienced leaders who will encourage you to grow and mentor you to succeed
• Choice of pension plan to suit your current and future needs
• Private Medical Healthcare and parental leave benefits to support your wellbeing and health
• Various discounted retail and entertainment programmes for you to enjoy
• Our office provides a modern working environment which includes ergonomic desks and ventilation systems

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

About the Team

Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.