Multi-Property Learning & Development Manager

Role summary

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The Multi-Property Learning & Development Manager leads training and professional development across JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha and associated properties. The role typically requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, hospitality, education, or a related field, together with several years of hotel training or learning and development experience. Strong knowledge of instructional design, facilitation, employee engagement, performance development, and hospitality standards is expected. The successful candidate should be an confident communicator, organized, culturally aware, and comfortable working with employees and managers at all levels. Experience with Marriott systems or luxury hotels is advantageous. The position involves identifying training needs, delivering programs, measuring results, supporting compliance, and helping create a consistent service culture across multiple properties.

About the employer

JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is a luxury Marriott hotel located in the West Bay business district, connected to City Center Doha and close to major corporate, shopping, and cultural attractions. The property combines upscale accommodation with restaurants, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and high-touch guest service. It operates under JW Marriott, Marriott International’s luxury brand, which focuses on refined hospitality, wellness, personalized experiences, and thoughtful service. The hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, groups, and international events, making employee training and consistent service standards especially important. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad global portfolio of hotel brands and established career, learning, and mobility programs. A multi-property learning and development role would support colleagues, leaders, and operational teams across a diverse, multinational workforce.

Working in Qatar

Qatar is a compact Gulf country rather than an island, with Doha as its main commercial and employment center. Hospitality, aviation, tourism, retail, events, construction, healthcare, technology, and education offer opportunities for qualified international workers. The culture combines Islamic traditions, strong family values, and a large expatriate population; modest dress and respectful behavior are expected, particularly during Ramadan. Doha offers modern malls, beaches, museums, restaurants, sports facilities, and a generally safe lifestyle, although summers are extremely hot. Employers normally arrange work visas and residence permits after hiring, while candidates must complete document verification, medical checks, and fingerprinting. Relocation packages may include accommodation or an allowance, transport, health insurance, and annual air tickets, but benefits vary by employer. Qatar has no personal income tax on salaries, though living costs can be high. New arrivals should confirm housing, probation, leave, sponsorship, and family-visa terms before accepting an offer.