IHG Hotels & Resorts

Director of Wellness - Pre-opening Regent Kuala Lumpur

IHG Hotels & Resorts  •  Malaysia (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Wellness Vision & Strategy

  • - Define and execute a comprehensive wellness strategy aligned with Regent’s ultra-luxury positioning

  • - Develop a signature wellness philosophy unique to the property and its destination

  • - Position wellness as a core pillar of the guest experience, not a standalone facility

  • - Continuously evolve offerings based on global wellness trends and guest insights

2. Spa & Wellness Operations

  • - Oversee all wellness facilities including spa, fitness, pools, wellness suites, and holistic therapy spaces

  • - Ensure exceptional service delivery, ambience, and attention to detail across all wellness touchpoints

  • - Maintain world-class standards in treatment protocols, hygiene, and guest care

  • - Drive innovation in treatment menus, therapies, and wellness journeys

3. Holistic Programming & Experiences

  • - Curate immersive wellness programs (e.g., sleep, mindfulness, detox, longevity, movement, nutrition)

  • - Introduce destination-inspired and culturally rooted wellness experiences

  • - Develop multi-day wellness retreats and bespoke guest journeys

  • - Integrate wellness into other resort experiences (F&B, rooms, recreation, etc.)

4. Commercial & Financial Performance

  • - Drive revenue and profitability across spa, wellness programs, and retail

  • - Develop pricing strategies, packages, and membership programs

  • - Optimize productivity, cost control, and yield management

  • - Identify new revenue streams (retreats, partnerships, branded experiences)

5. Talent & Culture

  • - Build and lead a high-performing team of therapists, wellness experts, and fitness professionals

  • - Attract top-tier global talent in wellness disciplines

  • - Foster a culture of care, authenticity, and intuitive service

  • - Lead training, certification, and continuous development programs

6. Guest Experience & Personalization

  • - Deliver deeply personalized wellness journeys tailored to individual guest needs

  • - Engage with VIP guests and long-stay clientele

  • - Integrate wellness preferences into guest profiles and pre-arrival planning

  • - Monitor feedback and continuously refine experiences

7. Brand & Partnerships

  • - Collaborate with luxury wellness brands, practitioners, and experts

  • - Introduce visiting specialists, residencies, and exclusive collaborations

  • - Ensure alignment with Regent brand standards and storytelling

  • - Position the property as a leading wellness destination in the market

8. Sustainability & Wellbeing Integration

  • - Embed sustainability into wellness offerings (organic products, ethical sourcing, eco-conscious design)

  • - Promote holistic wellbeing for both guests and colleagues

  • - Align wellness initiatives with broader ESG goals

9. Marketing & Positioning

  • - Work with Sales & Marketing to position wellness as a key differentiator

  • - Support PR, influencer engagement, and wellness-focused campaigns

  • - Drive visibility through awards, certifications, and global recognition

Key Skills & Competencies

  • - Deep expertise in luxury wellness, spa, and holistic health concepts

  • - Strong leadership and ability to inspire high-touch service teams

  • - Commercial acumen with proven revenue generation capability

  • - Creativity and innovation in experience design

  • - Strong global awareness of wellness trends and practices

  • - Exceptional guest engagement and interpersonal skills

Qualifications & Experience

  • - Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Wellness Management, or related field

  • - 10–15 years of experience in luxury wellness/spa operations, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role

  • - Experience in ultra-luxury hotels, resorts, or standalone wellness destinations

  • - Certifications in wellness/spa management or holistic therapies (preferred)

Preferred Experience

  • - Pre-opening of luxury wellness facilities or integrated resorts

  • - Experience with globally recognized wellness brands or practitioners

  • - Exposure to wellness programming and concepts

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • - Wellness revenue and profitability (spa, programs, retail)

  • - Guest satisfaction scores (Wellness Experience)

  • - Utilization rates of wellness facilities

  • - Brand recognition (awards, rankings, partnerships)

  • - Employee engagement and retention within wellness team

  • - Innovation and new program success metrics

Regent Brand Lens (Differentiation)

  • Wellness is intuitive, immersive, and seamlessly integrated into the guest journey

  • Focus on understated luxury, personalization, and sensory richness

  • Balance modern science with timeless healing traditions

  • Create transformational—not transactional—experiences

  • Position wellness as a destination-defining experience, not just a facility

IHG Hotels & Resorts

About IHG Hotels & Resorts

IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.

With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,300 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,000 properties.

Luxury & Lifestyle: Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, Regent Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo

Premium: voco hotels, HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, EVEN Hotels

Essentials: Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts, Garner hotels, avid hotels

Suites: Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Candlewood Suites

Exclusive Partners: Iberostar Beachfront Resorts

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 345,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally.

Visit us online for more about our hotels and reservations and IHG One Rewards. To download the IHG One Rewards app, visit the Apple App or Google Play stores.

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Windsor, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
ihg.com
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