Analyst, Feasibility & Investment Analysis – Europe, Middle East and Africa

What are we looking for?

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to perform the essential functions of the job.

•    Passion for the industry and pro-active awareness of tourism/hotel/investment market trends
•    Working knowledge and familiarity with geographic hotel markets in Europe and/or Middle East and/or Africa
•    Committed to professional excellence, self-critical and driven to learn 
•    Inquisitive and analytical mindset, attention to detail and problem-solving oriented; ability to work independently and as part of a team 
•    Experience in and working knowledge of hotel operations and systems 
•    Conceptual/working knowledge of key hospitality disciplines (e.g. revenue management, distribution) 
•    Ability to work with and build financial spreadsheets (in Excel), format documents (Word), prepare PowerPoint presentations, and leverage other web-based tools 
•    Thorough understanding of valuation of real estate, hotel investment and/or financing 
•    Working knowledge of typical contract/legal structure in hospitality, i.e. franchise and management contracts, lease contracts, JV structures, etc. 
•    Ability to apply principles of corporate finance, solid knowledge of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI) 
•    Timely and detailed coordination of individual and collective assignments, including active communication with stakeholders, and coaching/review of other team members involved. 
•    Ability to collaborate, inspire and motivate other Team Members. Critically review, provide constructive feedback and critique analyses prepared by others 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•    BA/BS/Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from business, real estate or hotel school
•    A sound understanding and experience in a hospitality consulting, asset management, feasibility and/or investment analysis function, or demonstrated ability to perform the requisite functions
•    Proficient use of Excel (use, audit and modelling) and Microsoft Office generally 
•    Strong communication and presentation skills 
•    Fluency in English; first-class communicator (with additional foreign language/s a plus) 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•    MBA/MS/MA/Master's Degree or equivalent from business, real estate or hotel school, and/or further education of hospitality and/or real estate investments related 
•    Hotel operations experience, exposure to hotel or non-hotel food & beverage operations 
•    Familiarity with the Luxury hotel industry

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!