Development Analyst

Splendid Hospitality Group is one of the UKs fastest growing privately-owned hotel groups. As a family run business, people are at the very heart of its success, a place where everyone becomes parts of the Splendid family. Our vision is to create extraordinary experiences, positively impact lives, and get better every day - it’s the ‘Splendid Hospitality Way’ which is our way of looking after everybody to help them succeed, have fun and keep guests and our Splendid team members happy.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Development Analyst to join the dynamic team at Splendid Hospitality Group. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in property development and possess strong analytical skills. This role involves evaluating potential acquisition or development opportunities, conducting market research, and providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making. The candidate will be required to build high level financial models to project costs, revenues and related financial metrics to aid decision making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate and financial modelling, with experience in the hospitality sector being advantageous.

What We Offer

• Learning and Development Opportunities available through our Leadership Development Programme.
• Career progression
• Heavily discounted hotel stays and food & beverage discounts.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial Aid
• Virtual GP access
• Will preparation assistance
• Funeral Concierge services
• Discounted cinema tickets & restaurants
• 25-day holidays plus UK bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Wagestream – Stream up to 50% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing

About Us

Splendid Hospitality is a dynamic, forward-thinking hospitality group known for its commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences. Our portfolio includes a range of properties, from luxury hotels to full-service brands, and we are continuously expanding our footprint. We are looking for a talented Construction Development Manager to join our team and help bring our new developments to life.

Role in our Family

Key Responsibilities 

• Monitor and analyse market trends, property values, and economic factors.
• Conduct detailed market research and analysis for acquisition or development opportunities.
• Create feasibilities and appraisals for developments, extensions and other value adding opportunities.
• Prepare business cases and decision papers for each opportunity for review with the relevant Splendid Board.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, construction, and legal departments.
• Progress concept designs and pre-app processes for selected projects.
• Manage timeframes and external consultants across all projects.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports for monthly and quarterly Development Board and Stage Gateway meetings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Science, Economics or a related field.
• Experience: 3-4 years in property development or related real estate role
• Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Technical: Proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel
• Attributes: Excellent communication and presentation skills; strong attention to detail and organisational skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team; self-starter

What Happens Next

Does this role suit your skillset? Apply now, this takes seconds, you’ll just need to provide some contact details along with a CV. Next, we’ll review your details, and if successful we’ll invite you to meet one of the team to learn more about you, your experience and let us tell you more about the Splendid group.
The Splendid Group is an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture