Vice President, Hotel Acquisitions

The Kor Group is seeking an experienced Vice President of Hotel Acquisitions to lead the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of new hotel investments across the United States. This key role will focus on acquiring institutional-quality assets that align with KOR's investment strategy. Reporting into both the President and CEO, the VP will play a central role in shaping KOR's hotel portfolio, managing a small deal team, and driving transactions from pipeline through closing.Key ResponsibilitiesSource, evaluate, and execute hotel acquisition opportunities across major U.S. marketsOversee financial analysis, underwriting, market research, and investment committee presentationsStructure and negotiate purchase agreements, joint ventures, debt financing, and related contractsManage due diligence processes, coordinating with legal, tax, design, and operations teamsBuild and maintain relationships with brokers, lenders, owners, and capital partnersLead and mentor a small deal team, ensuring high-quality work product and professional growthPartner closely with senior leadership to refine investment strategy and ensure alignment with long-term portfolio goalsCollaborate with operating partners to validate underwriting assumptions and inform business plansQualificationsMinimum 8-10 years of hotel acquisitions or investments experienceDemonstrated track record of executing hotel transactions from sourcing through closingStrong financial modeling, analytical, and presentation skillsDeep understanding of U.S. hotel markets, investment drivers, and operational dynamicsExperience structuring debt and equity financing for real estate transactionsStrong negotiation and communication skills, with ability to lead counterparties and advisorsProven leadership and team management experienceBachelor's degree in finance, real estate, economics, or related field (MBA or MSRE preferred)Personal AttributesStrategic thinker with a hands-on approach to dealmakingEntrepreneurial mindset and comfort operating in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environmentStrong relationship builder with credibility among owners, brokers, and lendersDetail-oriented, disciplined, and able to manage multiple deals concurrentlyCompany OverviewThe Kor Group is an international real estate investment and management company with extensive holdings and development experience in commercial real estate properties. Since its inception in 1999, KOR has acquired and developed hospitality, residential, and office assets valued in excess of $3 billion. Central to KOR's investment strategy is value creation through distinctive design and branding. By fusing creative design with an agile investment and development discipline, KOR has amassed a portfolio of high performing assets and has built a signature brand translatable across its properties. KOR has acquired, repositioned, and managed over 15 million square feet of residential, mixed use, hotel, commercial office, and retail space. KOR has over $1 billion in active developments - 1.4 million square feet in the acquisition, development, or construction stage, including ground-up development, value-add repositioning, and adaptive reuse.

Created: 2025-10-02