Asset & Operations Specialist (AASAAL International Investment Company)

RESPONSIBILITIES Asset & Operations ManagementMonitor the performance of hotel assets under Aasaal’s management against approved operational and financial targets.Coordinate with hotel general managers and follow up on operational matters, performance issues, and agreed action plans.Support the management of relationships with third-party hotel operators and monitor alignment with Aasaal’s objectives, brand standards, and service-quality requirements.Review hotel operational and financial reports, identify performance gaps, and provide recommendations for improvement.Support the review and improvement of asset-management systems, processes, and procedures. Investment and Project CoordinationSupport Aasaal’s leadership team on hospitality projects, including renovations, refurbishments, and new investments.Assist in evaluating investment opportunities and preparing recommendations aligned with the company’s strategic and financial objectives.Review equity and investment requirements for potential and ongoing hospitality projects and provide relevant analysis to the Managing Director and leadership team.Support the planning, monitoring, and execution of capital expenditure projects to ensure alignment with approved budgets, timelines, and operational requirements.Assist the Managing Director in preparing feasibility assessments for potential opportunities within and outside the existing portfolio. Third-Party Brand ManagementReview third-party brand requests and proposals relating to Aasaal’s hospitality assets and provide recommendations for management consideration.Monitor third-party operators’ adherence to brand standards, operational guidelines, and contractual agreements.Coordinate with hotel general managers and third-party management companies to follow up on performance requirements and agreed actions.Facilitate communication between Aasaal’s leadership team, third-party operators, and hotel management teams to support issue resolution and operational improvement. Operational Excellence & Performance MonitoringMonitor hotel efficiency, profitability, operational standards, and guest-satisfaction results.Develop and maintain performance-monitoring tools covering revenue, costs, occupancy, average daily rate, revenue per available room, and customer satisfaction.Conduct property visits and participate in performance reviews with hotel general managers.Prepare regular performance reports for the Managing Director, identifying risks, performance gaps, opportunities, and recommended actions.Track agreed improvement plans and follow up with the relevant stakeholders on implementation. Financial Management & ComplianceMonitor hotel performance against approved financial budgets and guidelines.Prepare financial and operational performance reports for each hotel asset, highlighting risks, opportunities, and potential investment requirements.Support the monitoring of hotel compliance with local regulations, brand standards, contractual requirements, and corporate policies.Escalate material financial, operational, or compliance concerns to the Managing Director. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Investment, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.At least three years of relevant experience in hospitality operations, hotel asset management, financial analysis, or a related role.Experience in reviewing hotel operational and financial performance.Good understanding of hotel financials, investment analysis, and asset-management principles.Experience supporting capital expenditure projects, investments, or feasibility assessments within the hospitality industry is preferred.Experience working with hotel operators or multiple hospitality assets is preferred.Strong analytical, reporting, communication, and stakeholder-coordination skills.Ability to identify performance gaps and prepare practical recommendations.Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.