Franchise Manager Italy
Pubblicato il 13-08-2026 - Hesperia group in Milano
Franchise Manager Italy - Minor Hotels
Location: Milan, IT Italy
Minor Hotels is a global hospitality group operating over 560 hotels, resorts and residences in 56 countries in Asia‑Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and the Americas.
As a hotel owner, operator and investor, Minor Hotels fulfils the needs and desires of today’s global travellers through its diverse portfolio of 12 hotel brands – Anantara, Minor Reserve, Avani, Colbert Collection, Elewana, The Wolseley, NH, NH Collection, iStay, nhow, Oaks and Tivoli.
As part of Minor Hotels, the region of Minor Hotels Europe & Americas is responsible for more than 350 properties in 30 countries and plans to grow across all segments, with a focus on its upper‑upscale and luxury brands.
What will be your mission?
As Franchise Manager (Italy) you will support the Development function in driving the expansion of Minor Hotels’ portfolio across Italy, with a particular focus on opportunities related to franchise and asset‑light growth models.
The role will be responsible for identifying,
sourcing and advancing new hotel opportunities, working closely with owners, investors and internal teams to evaluate potential projects and support the execution of deals.
This position is aimed at profiles with a strong background in hotel development, real estate or hospitality expansion, with the ability to operate in a commercial, fast‑paced environment and contribute to the growth of the pipeline and closing of new franchise agreements.
What will you do?
Development & Deal Sourcing:
- Proactively identify and originate hotel opportunities across Italy (conversions, rebrands, new developments)
- Build pipeline across owners, investors, white label operators and advisors
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with hotel owners, developers, white label operators, brokers, and other key industry stakeholders.
- Identify off‑market and proprietary opportunities that align with Minor Hotels' brand and regional