Vice President of Field Operations - Luxury (Remote Opportunity)

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Description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is seeking a visionary Vice President, Field Operations - Luxury to elevate the performance and reputation of our premier hotels across the Americas. In this role, you'll drive operational excellence, inspire high-performing teams, and ensure our luxury brands deliver unforgettable guest experiences.

This is your chance to shape the future of Hyatt's luxury portfolio, strengthen owner partnerships, and leave a lasting impact on one of the world's most admired hospitality companies.

Who We Are
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what's most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People
What sets us apart is our purpose-to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We're proud to have earned a place on Fortune's prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We're proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

• Flexible work schedule

• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center

• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption

• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Who You Are
As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

Qualifications
This role is accountable for driving the performance, profitability, and brand integrity of a portfolio of approximately 17 luxury hotels across the Americas region. The Vice President, Field Operations - Luxury will be responsible for ensuring each hotel consistently delivers exceptional guest experiences, achieves strong financial results, and upholds the distinct positioning of Hyatt's luxury brands.

Key responsibilities include:

• Hotel Performance Leadership: Set ambitious financial, operational, and guest experience targets through the Annual Business Plan process and provide strategic guidance to ensure sustained excellence. Monitor results throughout the year, partnering with General Managers to identify opportunities and implement solutions that strengthen revenue, profitability, and market share.

• Brand Stewardship: Ensure each property authentically represents the vision, values, and standards of Hyatt's luxury brands. Safeguard brand reputation by guiding General Managers in delivering best-in-class service and aligning operations with evolving guest expectations.

• Owner and Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison between hotel leadership and ownership groups, fostering strong relationships and building alignment on business strategies, capital planning, and long-term growth priorities.

• Growth & Transitions: Oversee the successful opening, rebranding, or transition of hotels to maintain seamless brand representation and operational excellence.

• Talent Development: Mentor and coach General Managers, providing clear performance feedback, career development planning, and succession readiness for future leaders at Hyatt.

• Strategic Capital Planning: Lead oversight of the 10-year capital planning process to ensure investments support both performance outcomes and brand differentiation.

This position is central to Hyatt's commitment to delivering world-class luxury experiences while ensuring operational excellence and safeguarding the long-term strength of our brands.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

• 15+ years of operations leadership across hotels and/or resorts, including experience in the luxury market

• Minimum of 5 years as a General Manager with a proven track record of success

• Demonstrated expertise in building and sustaining strong owner relationships.

Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, business or a related field

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you:

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

The salary range for this position is $208,500 - $278,000. This position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus. The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work.Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate.

We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.