Director – Global Residential Development Consultancy (Savills Branded Residences)

<p><strong>Role overview:</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal">Savills is seeking an experienced director to lead the <strong>Brand / Operator Search & Contract Negotiation</strong> service line within its Global Residential Development Consultancy (GRDC) team, the market leader in the <strong>Branded Residences</strong> sector.</p><p class="MsoNormal">The team operates within the Global Residential Development (GRD) department, which comprises two core divisions:<strong> Consultancy</strong> and <strong>Sales & Marketing.</strong> These teams collaborate to deliver a seamless, end-to-end client service, from project conception through to successful commercialisation.</p><hr><p class="MsoNormal">Based in Savills’ headquarters in London, the GRDC team has a global remit spanning all regions from the Caribbean to Japan. The team provides six core service lines:</p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Development Consultancy & Feasibility</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Brand Advisory: Brand Premium Studies, Market Intelligence Reports, Brand Strategy</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Brand / Operator Search & Contract Negotiation</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Operational Advisory</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Capital Markets</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Sales & Marketing Consultancy (in collaboration with our Global Sales team)</p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">The main focus of the role, will be to lead and manage the Brand / Operator Search & Contract Negotiation and Operational Advisory services, whilst also supporting across all core service lines.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Furthermore, business development will be a global assignment, helping to drive the strategic growth of the team and the wider business objectives.</p><hr><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Lead the Brand / Operator Search, Selection & Contract Negotiation and Operational Advisory service lines</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Drive business development globally, originating and securing new mandates across multiple markets</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Manage senior B2B stakeholder relationships, including developers, brand & operators, investors & ultra-high-net-worth clients</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Contribute to the strategic growth and positioning of the team</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Deliver integrated client solutions in collaboration with internal teams and external partners</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Advise clients across the full project lifecycle, from concept to end-unit commercialisation</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Oversee project delivery, including resource allocation and team management</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Support the management and monitoring of team financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L review, and financial reporting</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Mentor and develop junior team members</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Undertake regular international travel for client engagement and industry events</p></li></ul><div class="MsoNormal"><hr></div><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Skills, Knowledge and Experience</strong></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Strong track record in brand/operator search, selection and contract negotiation, with a strong focus on branded residential agreements</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>International experience within real estate, hospitality, or related advisory sectors</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Background with a recognised hospitality operator, or a reputable consultancy/valuation firm specialising in residential or hotel advisory (or a combination of both)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Proven ability to generate business and drive revenue growth</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Strong stakeholder management and client relationship skills</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Commercially astute, with solid financial and analytical capability (including financial modelling)</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Strategic mindset with the ability to lead and grow a team’s key service lines</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise outputs</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing demands, and deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal"><p>London-based (or willing to relocate)</p></li></ul><hr><p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Personal Profile</strong></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal">&