Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is looking for an Associate – Hotels to join our Riyadh-based Hotels & Hospitality team. You will help deliver comprehensive real estate services to hotel owners, operators, and investors in the rapidly growing Saudi Arabian market. This role provides hands-on exposure to hotel valuation, investment sales, asset management advisory, and market research.
What You'll Do
- Conduct market research on hotel performance, supply pipeline, and demand drivers across key Saudi markets.
- Prepare competitive set analyses and market positioning studies.
- Monitor STR data, occupancy rates, ADR trends, and RevPAR performance.
- Assist in preparing hotel valuations using income, cost, and sales comparison approaches.
- Build and maintain financial models for hotel investments, including cash flow projections.
- Support due diligence processes for hotel transactions.
- Assist senior team members in client presentations and pitch preparations.
- Coordinate property tours and client meetings.
- Maintain client databases and communication records.
- Support business development initiatives within the hotels sector.
- Assist in marketing hotel properties for sale or lease.
- Prepare offering memoranda, financial summaries, and marketing materials.
- Coordinate with legal, technical, and financial advisors during transactions.
- Maintain transaction databases and deal tracking systems.
- Prepare regular market reports and client updates.
- Maintain property databases and market intelligence systems.
- Support team scheduling, travel coordination, and meeting logistics.
- Assist in preparing proposals and fee estimates for new assignments.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, Hospitality Management, or related field.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Professional demeanor suitable for client-facing interactions.
- Cultural awareness and understanding of the Saudi hospitality market.
Nice to Have
- 1–3 years of experience in real estate, hospitality, consulting, or financial services.
- Experience with STR, CoStar, or similar hospitality data platforms.
- Knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and database management systems.
- Understanding of hotel operations and key performance metrics.
Technical Stack
- Advanced Excel
- Financial modeling and valuation techniques
- STR, CoStar, or similar hospitality data platforms
- PowerPoint, Word
- Database management systems
Team & Environment
You will be an integral member of our Hotels & Hospitality team, working closely with senior advisors to service clients across Saudi Arabia.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Riyadh, SAU.
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Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
