Overview
Director of Hotel Operations / Chief Hotel Operating Officer (Title Flexible) – Location : Egypt (Onsite).
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Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Corporate Director of Operations / COO to lead and execute operational strategy across a diverse portfolio including hotels, marine operations, travel companies, real estate, and ancillary hospitality business. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring operational rigor, strategic foresight, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will be based onsite, with relocation support available for the right profile.
Compensation & Language
- Compensation : EUR 10,000–12,000 / month net (take-home after personal income taxes and social contributions)
- Language : Arabic-speaking preferred; but not required
Requirements
Middle East experience mandatory. Hotel work experience in multiple countries required; not applicable if the entire career has been in a single country.A work experience outside of the Middle East would be helpful.Must have been a senior hotel GM of a luxury hotel brand for a minimum of 5 years.Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee group-wide operations across hospitality, marine, and ancillary business units.Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives.Drive performance excellence, cost efficiency, and service quality across all properties and services.Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive leadership to ensure strategic alignment and execution.Establish and monitor KPIs, operational benchmarks, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and brand guidelines.Mentor and develop senior operational leaders across the group.Support expansion initiatives, new openings, and integration of new assets.Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience in senior operations leadership roles, ideally within hospitality, marine, or multi-service environments.Strong understanding of hotel operations, guest experience, and service delivery.Arabic language proficiency is highly advantageous; English fluency is essential.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex operational ecosystems.Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.Willingness to relocate or reside outside Cairo full-time as the role is not in Cairo.Application Instructions
Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are invited to submit their updated CV along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for applying to Mr. Steve Renard (President) at steve@renardinternational.com
Job Details
Seniority level : ExecutiveEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : ManagementIndustries : Hospitality#J-18808-Ljbffr