DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY
The Feasibility & Development Planning Analyst supports Marriotts hotel growth strategy across the Caribbean and Latin America by combining market research financial analysis and strategic evaluation.
This role requires a strong understanding of the tourism and lodging industry along with foundational real estate finance principles used to assess existing and proposed hotel projects. As part of the team the Analyst will research regional markets prepare detailed financial analyses and evaluate opportunities for new development or acquisition. The position collaborates closely with internal stakeholders including Development Finance Brands and Operations teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Market Research and Analysis
Support senior Feasibility associates in pre-screening markets and evaluating specific development opportunities.
Conduct research on tourism trends economic indicators and competitive hotel performance throughout the region.
Maintain internal databases and contribute to regional and global research projects.
Monitor industry benchmarks competitive activity and tourism trends using internal and external resources.
Financial Analysis
Prepare comprehensive feasibility studies for all Marriott lodging products including:
Gather and interpret market data to support financial analysis and project underwriting.
Assessing the suitability of proposed hotel sites and opportunities for converting existing properties to Marriott brands.
Analyzing market data and forecasting key operating statistics for existing and proposed hotel and branded residential projects.
Reviewing and interpreting hotel financial statements and operating budgets to perform benchmarking and quantitative analyses.
Documenting findings and preparing written conclusions for internal stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Interfacing with Marriott personnel in Development Finance Brands and Operations as necessary.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Qualifications
Skills and Competencies
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken fluency); Portuguese (fluency is a plus but not required).
Internships or other positions within hotel operations real estate finance or data analytics preferred.
Strong analytical communication and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of the real estate industry including hotel valuation and investment analysis.
Ideal candidate to have experience in modeling data analytics and/or knowledge of a programming language.
Ability to travel nationally and internationally for fieldwork as necessary.
Personal Attributes
Team-oriented candidate with a positive attitude and strong sense of initiative and collaboration.
Well-organized and detail-oriented candidate with an ability to effectively multi-task on various projects.
Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Flexibility and willingness to adjust priorities in response to tight deadlines/changing circumstances when required.
Education and Professional Certification
Bachelors Degree (with preferred concentration/focus in Hotel Management Business Administration Real Estate and/or Finance).
Location
This position will be based in Mexico City Mexico.
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