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Director, Commercial AI and Automation EMEA
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The Director, Commercial AI and Automation EMEA leads the development and adoption of artificial intelligence and automation across Marriott’s commercial functions in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The role requires strong experience in commercial strategy, revenue generation, digital transformation, AI, automation, data analytics and large-scale change management. Candidates are expected to understand hotel commercial operations, identify opportunities to improve productivity and customer value, and translate emerging technology into practical business solutions. The position also involves influencing senior stakeholders, managing cross-functional programmes, supporting market adoption and measuring commercial results. Excellent communication, strategic thinking, project leadership and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to work across multiple countries and culturally diverse teams.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: Hotel jobs cannot be sponsored since July 2025; only youth schemes remain.
Official source: GOV.UK: Skilled Worker visa. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Live-in common in rural hotels |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals common |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | 100% of tips and service charges to staff (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent or seasonal |
| Leave | 28 days |
| Income tax | About 14% in all at GBP 25,000 |
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About Europe Office - London
Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating and franchising a broad portfolio of hotels, resorts and extended-stay properties. Its brands include Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, Le Méridien, Courtyard and many others. The company serves leisure and business travellers in destinations worldwide, supported by its Marriott Bonvoy loyalty programme. Marriott’s European headquarters and major corporate operations are based in London, with regional teams serving Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The organisation places strong emphasis on guest experience, operational excellence, people development, sustainability and digital innovation. This role sits within the commercial and technology agenda, helping hotel teams use AI and automation to improve decision-making, efficiency, revenue performance and customer engagement across the EMEA region.