General Manager

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Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

General Manager – Mercure Oradea (Opening Spring 2026)

Be an ambassador of Mercure Hotels and Accor as General Manager, where your leadership, strong interpersonal skills, and strategic vision will drive an engaged team, guest satisfaction, and maximized operating results.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a new hotel from pre-opening stage through its launch, shaping the culture, performance, and guest experience of a property designed to international standards.

What is in it for you

Lead the opening of a new 90-rooms Mercure hotel in Oradea, featuring 4 conference halls, a wellness & spa, restaurant, and café

A dynamic work environment with strong brand support from Accor

Competitive compensation package and performance-based incentives

International training, career development opportunities, and access to Accor’s global mobility network

Be part of a company committed to sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility

You will be responsible for:

Leading the business

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Oversee the pre-opening process and ensure readiness for the hotel’s Spring 2026 launch

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Lead the overall management and strategic direction of the property, supporting all departments in achieving operational targets

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Maximize profitability and manage financial performance, budgets, and cost control

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Ensure compliance with Accor brand standards, local legislation, and operational controls

Building your team

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Recruit, develop, and inspire a motivated and engaged hotel team

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Champion employee engagement and promote a collaborative, inclusive work environment

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Develop strong relationships within the local community and with business partners

Driving service culture

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Maintain product and service quality standards to exceed guest expectations

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Promote the Mercure brand and ensure all brand essentials are consistently executed

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Position the property as a preferred destination for both business and leisure travelers in Oradea

 

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

Proven experience in a senior hotel leadership role (General Manager or Deputy GM) within an international or reputable hotel brand

Strong leadership and people management skills, with a proven ability to build and motivate teams

Demonstrated success in driving commercial performance and achieving KPIs

Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, creativity, and problem-solving skills

Excellent knowledge of hotel operations, including Rooms and F&B, revenue management, and guest service excellence

Fluent in English; Romanian language skills are an advantage

You will live the brand by:

Developing accurate and ambitious financial objectives aligned with Mercure brand strategy

Interacting positively with all team members to deliver authentic, memorable guest experiences

Fostering positive owner relations and maximizing property performance

Additional Information

Our team and working environment

At Mercure Oradea, you will join a passionate, international-minded team that values authenticity, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences for our guests in the heart of one of Romania’s most dynamic cities.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent.