Director - Finance - Jumeirah

About Jumeirah  

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and exclusive residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world. 

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)