General Manager - The Luxury Collection Muscat Grand Blue City Oman

The Luxury Collection Muscat Grand Blue City Oman
Pre‑Opening | Opening July 2027**

Property Overview
Poised along the breathtaking coastline of Grand Blue City, The Luxury Collection Muscat will debut as a rare destination within Oman’s evolving luxury landscape. Featuring 135 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, four distinctive dining venues, an immersive spa and wellness sanctuary, and refined banqueting and event spaces, the property will celebrate the cultural richness, natural beauty, and timeless heritage of the region. As part of The Luxury Collection, the hotel will invite global explorers to experience an indigenous, deeply personal journey in one of the Middle East’s most captivating new destinations.

The General Manager - The Luxury Collection Muscat Grand Blue City Oman will serve as the visionary leader of this pre‑opening luxury resort, guiding all aspects of the hotel’s development, culture, service philosophy, and market positioning. This role requires an accomplished luxury hospitality executive with demonstrated success operating world‑class resorts, ideally within the Middle East. The General Manager will steward The Luxury Collection brand values, curate elevated guest experiences, and lead a diverse team to deliver an exceptional and authentic sense of place.

• Lead all pre‑opening activities including operational planning, critical path development, recruitment, training, and brand implementation.
• Collaborate closely with Marriott International teams, ownership, and project stakeholders to ensure timely and seamless readiness for July 2027 opening.
• Establish all operational standards, guest experience touchpoints, and service culture aligned with The Luxury Collection brand.

• Develop and execute the resort’s commercial strategy to position the hotel as a leading luxury destination in Oman and the region.
• Deliver strong financial performance through effective revenue management, cost controls, asset management, and market positioning.
• Build strategic partnerships within Grand Blue City, Muscat, and the global luxury travel community.

• Ensure every guest encounter reflects authenticity, elevated service, and deep cultural connection, consistent with The Luxury Collection ethos.
• Champion personalized, meaningful experiences powered by local traditions, storytelling, and intuitive hospitality.
• Uphold all brand standards while fostering opportunities to create distinctive moments that define the property’s identity.

• Recruit, inspire, and mentor a high-performing team committed to excellence and a guest‑centric mindset.
• Foster an inclusive, empowering environment that embraces diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Model The Luxury Collection’s values of curiosity, worldliness, and exceptional service.

• Oversee all operational departments including Rooms, F&B, Spa & Wellness, Engineering, Sales & Marketing, and Finance.
• Maintain a transparent, solutions-driven partnership with ownership, providing regular communication on performance, opportunities, and long-term strategy.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott International standards, local regulations, and sustainability goals.

• Proven track record as a General Manager within luxury hotels or resorts; resort leadership experience is essential.
• Middle East hospitality experience is required; prior Oman or GCC resort openings are highly advantageous.
• Expertise in pre‑opening, luxury operations, destination positioning, and team development.
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated success driving results in competitive luxury markets.

• Naturally curious, culturally aware, and passionate about creating authentic guest experiences.
• A strategic thinker with exceptional leadership presence and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and nurture a culture of excellence.
• Fluent English required; Arabic not essential but considered an asset.
• Diplomatic, confident, and adept at navigating complex stakeholder relationships.

The Luxury Collection® is a curated ensemble of unique hotels and resorts offering extraordinary experiences and unforgettable stories. Each property is a gateway to the world’s most enchanting destinations, where guests are invited to explore, discover, and be transformed by the richness of local culture. As part of this iconic brand, The Luxury Collection Muscat will embody the timeless allure, extraordinary service, and refined authenticity that define every destination within the portfolio.