Director - Finance - Jumeirah

About Jumeirah

About the Job

• As part of our continued commitment to operational excellence and leadership succession across our portfolio, we are curating a talent pool of high-potential and experienced hospitality leaders for a
• Director of Finance
• opportunity to join
• Jumeirah in Dubai
• , supporting both current and future needs.
• The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:
• Provide strategic financial leadership across the property, driving sustainable profitability, informed decision-making, and long-term business performance through effective financial planning, analysis, and forecasting.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, influencing commercial and operational strategies through insightful financial guidance, performance analysis, and risk assessment.
• Lead the development and execution of the annual budget, forecasts, and capital plans, ensuring financial objectives are achieved while identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, returns, and value creation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, asset managers, auditors, corporate teams, and external stakeholders, representing the property's financial interests with credibility, professionalism, and influence.
• Ensure the highest standards of financial governance, compliance, internal controls, and risk management, safeguarding the integrity of financial operations and maintaining adherence to regulatory and company requirements.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and business partnership while enhancing financial acumen across the wider organisation.

About You

• The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance leadership experience within internationally recognised luxury hospitality brands, with a strong understanding of complex hotel operations and commercial drivers.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CMA or equivalent) combined with the ability to translate financial data into strategic business insights and informed decision-making.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior leadership teams, owners, and key stakeholders, influencing business performance through commercial acumen, sound judgement, and strategic thinking.
• An inspirational and hands-on leader with demonstrated success in developing high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and building a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience within the GCC hospitality market is highly desirable, with a strong understanding of the region’s business environment, regulatory landscape, and market dynamics.
• About the Benefits
• At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
• Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

• include:
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Incentive programmes aligned with leadership performance
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)