Position Summary
Marriott International’s Brand portfolio represents a dynamic collection of midscale, select and premium brands designed to deliver memorable guest experiences for today’s traveler. These brands—including in EMEA citizenM, AC Hotels, Aloft Hotels, Moxy, Element by Westin, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, Protea Hotels by Marriott, Residence Inn, Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Delta Hotels, Westin, Le Méridien, Renaissance Hotels, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott Executive Apartments, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Four Points Flex, StudioRes, Series by Marriott and any New Products—are designed with thoughtful brand programming and design proof points.
The Specialist, Brand Management, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, EMEA supports the team across the Premium, Select and Midscale segments and cross-brand projects, including brand culture, guest experience, openings, activations, and administration.
This role collaborates closely with continent stakeholders including (but not limited to) Lodging Products Organization, Learning & Development, Food & Beverage, Openings & Transitions, Global Design, Commercial, Planning & Services and HQ teams.
Key Responsibilities
Cross-Brand Projects & Culture
1. Support cross-brand brand management initiatives spanning multiple tiers, including photography, content, swimlanes, overviews, and brand planning.
2. Support associate and team engagement initiatives, including Brand Immersions.
Administration
3. Manage purchase orders, invoicing, budgeting and forecasting.
4. Coordinate travel bookings, scheduling, expense reports, gift and storage management.
5. Maintain filing systems, team projects and data, including SharePoint.
6. Prepare, compose and modify correspondence, emails, reports, drafts and presentations.
7. Schedule and coordinate webinars, meetings and appointments; prepare agendas and materials.
8. Arrange conference calls, venues and presentation materials, including brand presentations and notes.
9. Track projects, follow up on actions and create reports, presentations and updates.
10. Maintain departmental Marriott Global Source pages by publishing and reviewing content.
11. Support Premium, Select & Midscale Brand team members with pull-through on specific brand management activities.
Supporting Tasks & Collaboration
12. Coordinate and support a team of approximately 15 members, including remotely located associates.
13. Work with teams to implement sustainable processes and systems supporting strategy execution.
14. Update and maintain distribution lists.
15. Prepare and process purchase orders and monitor total expenses.
Brand Management
Brand Strategy
16. Consumer insights and trends.
17. Competitor data and research.
Brand Activation
18. Brand partnerships with a focus on guest experience.
19. Brand visual identity and collateral.
20. Branded toolkits.
Brand Culture
21. Brand immersions.
22. Brand and segment education.
23. Talent and culture programmes.
24. Associate activation.
Portfolio Growth
25. Reporting on portfolio pipeline, openings and brand performance data.
Hotel Openings
26. Pre-opening brand support.
27. Conversion support.
28. Brand immersions and onboarding.
Branded Guest Experience
29. Branded guest journey proof points.
30. Service and culture initiatives.
31. Brand differentiators and standards.
32. Brand initiatives and proof of concepts.
33. Food & Beverage and operations collaboration.
Other
34. Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.
35. Comply with Marriott Regional Office policies and procedures.
36. Partner with global brand teams, area teams, hotel teams and operations services to ensure on-brand execution.
37. Liaise with consultants, vendors, creative agencies and other third parties as required.
38. Track accrued expenditure and assist with timely invoice processing to budget.
Candidate Profile
Key Talents & Experience Desired
39. Lodging industry experience strongly preferred.
40. Prior brand management or operations experience beneficial.
41. Excellent verbal, written, listening and presentation skills.
42. Strong stakeholder management capabilities.
43. Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
44. Strong computer skills, including engagement with AI-related tools such as Copilot.
45. Financial administration experience, including budgeting, forecasting, data analysis and reporting.
Skills & Competencies
46. Demonstrates self-confidence, self-awareness, energy and enthusiasm.
47. Excellent prioritisation, follow-up skills and attention to detail.
48. Initiative-taker with the ability to work independently and make decisions.
49. Strong time management.
50. Creative problem-solving skills.
51. Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills.
52. Proficient in standard and AI-enabled software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS Teams, Copilot).
53. Occasional travel across the EMEA region may be required.
This position is open to applicants based in the UK and Germany.
Why Join Marriott International?
At Marriott International, you’ll find a place where your talents are recognized and your contributions make a meaningful impact. We offer opportunities to grow, collaborate across cultures, and shape the future of hospitality within a global organization.
Marriott International has been recognized as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in Europe 2025 by Great Place to Work. This is a reflection of our people-first culture, commitment to wellbeing, and collaborative workplace. This accolade joins a growing list of regional honors, reinforcing our dedication to creating an exceptional environment where associates thrive.
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.