Associate Director, Savills Branded Residences

Role Overview:

Savills is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Associate Director / Lead Consultant to play a pivotal role within its Global Residential Development Consultancy (GRDC) team, a market leader in the branded residential sector.

The team operates within the Global Residential Development (GRD) department, which comprises two core divisions: Consultancy and Sales & Marketing. These teams collaborate to deliver seamless, end-to-end client service, from project conception through to successful commercialisation.

Based at Savills’ London headquarters (with a satellite operation in Dubai), the GRDC team has a global remit spanning regions from the Caribbean to Japan. The team provides six core service lines:

• Market Intelligence & Thought Leadership

• Development Consultancy & Feasibility

• Brand Premium Studies

• Brand / Operator Search, Selection & Contract Negotiation

• Operational Advisory

• Capital Markets

This role sits between senior leadership and a team of consultants and combines consultancy delivery, feasibility expertise, leadership, and business development. It is a high-impact position suited to a dynamic individual capable of driving projects, influencing stakeholders, and contributing to strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development consultancy assignments, including client engagement, project management, and report delivery

• Drive business development activities, including pitching, winning, onboarding, and managing client relationships

• Manage team resources and oversee project allocation and delivery

• Support departmental financial management, including P&L oversight

• Produce high-quality consultancy reports and proposals with accuracy and efficiency

• Provide guidance, oversight, and mentorship to junior team members

• Regular international travel for site visits and conferences

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Proven experience in international residential development consultancy and/or hospitality sector is essential

• Strong understanding of the branded residential sector, including feasibility analysis, advisory, and operations

• Demonstrated ability to lead client relationships and manage stakeholders effectively

• High level of commercial awareness and ability to contribute to revenue generation

• Strong analytical and numerical capability, including financial modelling

• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Argus Developer

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver outputs to tight deadlines

• Strong preference for London-based candidate (or willing to be based in London). Dubai / Singapore may be considered

Personal Profile:

• Strategic and lateral thinker with a focus on continuous improvement

• Strong business acumen and results-oriented mindset

• Highly organised with excellent time management and prioritisation skill

• Consistently high attention to detail

• Self-motivated, driven, and committed to delivering high standards

• Confident and effective communicator, with the ability to influence and inspire others

• Comfortable working with a wide range of demanding stakeholders and adapting to different drivers and perspectives

• Collaborative team player who supports and develops others while knowing when to seek guidance

• Enjoy travelling and discovering new locations and cultures

• Positive attitude and a good sense of humour

What we offer you:

• Career and Professional Development

• 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade

• Life Assurance

• Private Medical Scheme

• Virtual GP

• Global Mobility Scheme

• Rewards Platform

• Company Pension Scheme

• Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave

Find out more about Savills offer

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