General Manager - InterContinental Dhaka

About Us  
IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world with a family of 18 brands. We are one of the world’s leading hotel and resort companies. Our purpose – True Hospitality for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.
Five visionary brands make up our luxury collection.  These are Intercontinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Kimpton Hotels.   Individually, they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences to travellers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around the world.  
Having recently added a host of incredible properties to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators. Our growth and ambitions have given us an incredible opportunity. We are ready to redefine what luxury means, not just for our guests for but for our entire industry too. 

InterContinental Dhaka – General Manager

Located in the prestigious downtown business district, InterContinental Dhaka is a beacon of luxury and sophistication. The hotel embodies a Millennium modern design blended with local cultural nuances. As the winner of the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2022-2023, it features 226 opulent rooms and suites, five renowned dining outlets, state-of-the-art meeting facilities, and premier leisure amenities, including a temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and spa. As Dhaka's iconic luxury hotel, it is deeply entrenched in the city's political and governmental hub, making it a preferred destination for heads of state and high-profile events.

Your day-to-day:

• Oversee all hotel operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and alignment with brand standards.
• Drive commercial performance, meeting revenue goals and maintaining market leadership in F&B and luxury accommodations.
• Foster strong relationships with the ownership board, government stakeholders, and local unions.
• Manage and motivate a team of 380 full-time employees (plus contract staff), cultivating a positive and productive workplace.
• Adapt to the local culture and community, leveraging knowledge of Bengali or regional experience to enhance rapport with stakeholders.

What we need from you: 

• Proven success as a General Manager in upper luxury hospitality, preferably with experience in urban, iconic properties.
• Strong ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, including governmental and union relations.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen to drive business growth in competitive markets.
• Cross-cultural adaptability; knowledge of Bengali or experience in South Asia is highly desirable.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.