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Europe's Luxury Hotel GM Shake-Up: The €400,000 Talent War is On

A silent leadership revolution is sweeping Europe's most prestigious hotels. As we embark on 2026, a perfect storm of iconic retirements, a boom in billion-dollar hotel openings, and new owner demands has created an unprecedented battle for top General Managers.


LHN's intelligence reveals:


  • The Secret Shortlist: Discover the 3 European capitals where GM base salaries have now broken the €400,000 barrier—and why.


  • The New Mandate: Operational skill is no longer enough. Learn the one non-negotiable competency that every major ownership group is now demanding in candidates.


  • The Hidden Hotspots: The next wave of career opportunities isn't in Paris or London. We've identified the two emerging regions where savvy GMs are fast-tracking their careers.


This exclusive report contains the full analysis, including the exact compensation structures, the names of the specific hotel groups recruiting, and the strategic timeline for applying to these coveted roles. Discover which ownership groups are actively recruiting and when, based on our proprietary tracking of renowned luxury properties (Read more - Premium Member Zone).

Below are some anticipated leads for GM positions in Europe’s ultra-luxury hotels:




The Team

at LEADING HOTELIERS NETWORK / JOB LEAD SERVICE


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