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General Manager – Hotel Paris Vienna, a Luxury Collection Hotel

 

Vienna, Austria

 

Opening Q4 2027 | Anticipated Start Date: September 2026

 

Marriott International is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead the pre-opening and launch of Hotel Paris Vienna, a Luxury Collection Hotel, one of the most anticipated luxury hotel openings in Central Europe.

 

As part of Marriott's distinguished Luxury Group portfolio, The Luxury Collection represents a curated ensemble of extraordinary hotels that celebrate the unique character, heritage and culture of their destinations. Hotel Paris Vienna will join this prestigious collection as a landmark luxury destination, combining historic grandeur with contemporary sophistication in one of Europe's most iconic cities.

 

This is a rare opportunity for a visionary hotel leader to shape a hotel from inception, build a high-performing team, establish a compelling market position, and create a guest experience worthy of one of Vienna's most celebrated addresses.

 

The Opportunity

 

Reporting to the Regional Vice President, the General Manager will assume responsibility from the pre-opening phase, leading all aspects of planning, recruitment, commercial strategy, operational readiness, stakeholder engagement and brand activation ahead of the anticipated opening in Q4 2027.

 

The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating the owner's vision into an exceptional luxury hospitality experience whilst ensuring alignment with Marriott International's standards, culture and values.

 

Key areas of focus will include:

  • Leading all pre-opening activities and critical path milestones
  • Building and developing a best-in-class Executive Committee and leadership team
  • Establishing strong relationships with ownership, local stakeholders and community partners
  • Creating a compelling commercial strategy to position the hotel as a market-leading luxury destination
  • Driving operational excellence and guest satisfaction from day one
  • Delivering financial performance, market share growth and long-term asset value
  • Championing Marriott's people-first culture and talent development philosophy

 

Candidate Profile

 

We are seeking an accomplished luxury hospitality leader who combines commercial acumen with operational excellence and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences.

 

The ideal candidate will possess:

 

  • Previous General Manager experience within a luxury hotel environment
  • Demonstrated success leading luxury, lifestyle or iconic destination hotels
  • Experience managing complex stakeholder and owner relationships
  • Strong commercial capability with a track record of delivering market-leading performance
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams
  • Previous pre-opening experience is strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of the DACH market and European luxury hospitality landscape
  • Fluency in German and English is essential

 

Most importantly, we are looking for a leader who can act as an ambassador for both The Luxury Collection brand and the city of Vienna, creating a hotel experience that is authentic, distinctive and unforgettable.

 

Why Marriott International?

 

At Marriott International, we believe in putting people first and creating opportunities for our associates to grow, develop and thrive. As the world's leading hospitality company, we offer unparalleled career opportunities across our portfolio of extraordinary brands and destinations.

This is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by leading one of Marriott's most exciting luxury openings in Europe.

 

If you are an experienced luxury hotel leader ready to shape the future of hospitality in Vienna, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you.

 

 

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.  We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. 

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

 
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.