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Guest Experience Manager 1 (London, GB) @ Melia Hotels International

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<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:18.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#5d7fa3"><em><strong>“The world is yours with Meliá”</strong></em> </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">Discover a boundless path at Meliá, where opportunities for growth and development are endless. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and to be part of our extensive global family.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#5d7fa3"><strong>Discover some of the benefits we offer:</strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>My MeliáRewards:</strong></span> Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.</span></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>My MeliáBenefits:</strong></span> Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.</span></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">Be proud to belong to Meliá as we are proud of you 😉 </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p><p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Job mission:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As Guest Experience Manager, you will be the brand ambassador of the hotel, ensuring outstanding guest experiences at every touchpoint. Your mission is to personalise each stay, anticipate guest needs, lead the Guest Service Line team, and drive service excellence while supporting the hotel’s financial and operational objectives.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Your responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Act as the hotel’s brand ambassador, ensuring full implementation of brand standards and service excellence.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Deliver personalised guest experiences by anticipating needs and exceeding expectations at every touchpoint.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Lead, manage, and motivate the Guest Service Line team to consistently achieve outstanding service levels.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Handle and resolve guest incidents in line with established procedures and brand guidelines.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Drive innovation by developing and implementing new guest experiences and service initiatives.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Monitor and manage the departmental budget, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Support the achievement of departmental and overall hotel financial targets.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Identify, develop, and retain high-potential talent within the team through effective leadership and coaching.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Oversee rota planning, attendance, and absence management to ensure optimal staffing levels.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ensure full compliance with Health &amp; Safety standards and procedures at all times.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><strong>What are we looking for:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience: Minimum 2 years’ management experience in a Guest Experience or similar function.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong knowledge of hotel operations and brand standards.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Experience using hotel management systems and guest experience tools.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Confident and inspiring leadership style with excellent communication skills.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation abilities.</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Education: University degree in Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing, or similar (preferred).</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Languages: Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.</span></p> <p> </p><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:16.0px"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#5d7fa3"><strong>At Meliá we are all VIP</strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want. </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, <strong><span style="color:#e9a579">VIP</span> </strong>People. </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><em>At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to <strong><span style="color:#e9a579">equal opportunities between women and men</span></strong> in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.</em></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><em>We promote our commitment to <span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>equality and diversity</strong></span>, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that <span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company</strong></span>.</em></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><em>Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through <span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>a socially responsible team</strong></span>. In this sense, our motto is "<span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present</strong></span>". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.</em></span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">To protect yourself and avoid fraud in selection processes, we invite you to consult our recommendations on the "<strong><a href="https://careers.melia.com/content/Protect-your-application/?locale=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Protect Your Application</a></strong>" page.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif">If you want to be “<span style="color:#e9a579"><strong>Very Inspiring People</strong></span>“, follow us on: </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/meliacareers/"><span style="color:#5d7fa3">INSTAGRAM</span></a> – <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@meliahotels?_t=8jtyn0EQWQ5&amp;_r=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color:#5d7fa3">TIKTOK</span> </a>– <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/melia-hotels-international/mycompany/"><span style="color:#5d7fa3">LINKEDIN</span></a> – <a href="https://uk.indeed.com/cmp/Meli%C3%A1-Hotels-International-1"><span style="color:#5d7fa3">INDEED</span></a> – <a href="https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Overview/Working-at-Meli%C3%A1-Hotels-International-EI_IE665085.11,37.htm"><span style="color:#5d7fa3">GLASSDOOR</span></a></strong></span></span></p>

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