Development Analyst

The Ascott Limited is seeking an analytical, self motivated and articulate Development Analyst to join our Business Development Europe team, who collectively spearhead the growth of our Lodging portfolio, when it comes to lease, management and franchise agreements.

You will report to a Business Development Director, focusing on a specific scope/region and also at times supporting the wider Europe scope as well. Your immediate team and colleagues are based in London and across Europe and you will be based at our UK Corporate Office in London, collaborating with our support function teams for our European portfolio.

As the Development Analyst you will be responsible for:

• Delivering financial modelling and investment analysis to evaluate development opportunities and project viability
• Conducting market, competitor, and feasibility research to identify opportunities and provide commercially focused recommendations that support Ascott's growth objectives
• Preparing business cases, development proposals, and management presentations that communicate insights, risks, opportunities, and investment rationale
• Supporting the development pipeline through opportunity screening, project tracking, CRM management, and coordination with internal stakeholders
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of development projects and strategic growth initiatives across Europe

To be successful in the role of Development Analyst, we require you to have:

• Previous experience of 2-3 years in real estate/financial institutions/developer/consultant or operator ideally with focus on hospitality
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Real Estate/Finance/Business Administration
• Ability to carry out financial analysis to evaluate deals effectively with sound quantitative skills
• Willingness to travel frequently
• A critical thinker, solutions-oriented individual with strong analytical skills
• Capable to work autonomously, yet collaborate and engage with various stakeholders and teams
• Multilingual (a second language is advantageous)

This is your opportunity to take on a key support role as Business Development Analyst, where we offer:

• Travel allowance to support your daily commute
• Exclusive staff rates at our European properties, ideal for your own city breaks
• PERKBOX subscription with retail discounts and perks
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and recognition awards
• Recruitment Referral reward
• Career development, valuable on-the-job training, and access to our online learning platform

About Us

At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. 

A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP!, Preference, Quest, Vertu and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott’s loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties.  

Employer: Ascott Hospitality Management (UK) Limited