Regional Director, Franchise Openings [Dallas, Little Rock, OKC or Detroit]

Company: InterContinental Hotels Group
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Work with internal departments to bring resolution.

• Contact key hotel personnel on outbound call activity to support ground-break activities and construction milestones.
• Stay abreast of all lHG interactions with hotels and owners/management companies in assigned portfolio.What we need from you

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hotel Management or a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. CHA (Certified Hotel Administrator) preferred.
• 5 to 7 years progressive work-related experience in the hotel industry, with demonstrated proficiency in multipledisciplines/processes related to the position.
• Experience of managing teams, preferably cross-functional/discipline teams as well as with and without direct hierarchical authority (i.e. external teams or teams from other functions with no direct line management authority)
• Project management experience in a matrix organization overseeing multiple business units.
• Previously worked within an international or global organization
• Experience in organizing, planning and executing large-scale projects from conception through implementation in a hotel environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with effective follow-through and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for the purpose of providing information to clients, vendors, senior management and staff. Must be able to work effectively with GMs and Principal Correspondents in assigned hotels, and possess strong relationship development/management skills. Conflict management/resolution and negotiation/persuasion skills critical.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of hotel. Experience in assessing performance and in creating strategic tools to improve hotel performance.
• Knowledge of construction processes and procedures in order to assess building progress, challenge GCs and communicate realistic time tables.
• Knowledge of training principles and procedures. Experience in the preparation, implementation and delivery of training programs.
• Proficiency in Property Management Systems and Revenue Management Systems.
• Demonstrated leader with proven ability to build consensus and influence in a cross matrix organization.
• Proficient project and time management.Travel-80%; candidate must live near a major airportLocation - Remote: **Candidate should reside in one of the following cities: Dallas, TX, Little Rock, AR, Oklahoma City, OK, or Detroit, MI**The salary range for this role is $58,834.00 to $114,000.00. This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as applicable).We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.#LI-YM1Who we areAt IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You'll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there's Room for You at IHG.Over recent years, we've transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That's why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance - working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that's why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
  • The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
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