Director Player Development - International Marketing
At a glance
Leadership General Marketing role at Wam Iabkey. United Arab Emirates · full-time.
Pay not stated General Marketing salary
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Grow WAMI revenue by developing high-value guest relationships and market-specific acquisition and retention plans
- Run VIP programs, hosted trips, and events while improving gaming profitability through player-value analysis
- Lead Executive Host and Host teams, setting targets and building talent through coaching and reviews
- Use database insights and player metrics to improve portfolio coverage, engagement, and lifetime value
- Coordinate with marketing, gaming operations, and analytics on promotions, planning, compliance, and reporting
What you bring
- Bring seven to ten-plus years in gaming marketing, player development, or business development
- Show experience leading host teams, with international VIP-market experience preferred
- Use CRM and gaming management systems and turn database findings into player-growth actions
- Combine revenue generation, VIP relationship management, networking, numeracy, and analytical judgment
- Bring a bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, marketing, or a related field, preferred
Who this fits
You fit this role if you can lead player-development teams while personally managing high-value VIP relationships and revenue strategy. International-market experience and a professional presence with premium guests will help. The position is tied to Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, with the resort scheduled to open in 2027.
From the employer
About Wynn Al Marjan Island
Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.
About the Position
Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Director Player Development to join the resort’s International Marketing team.
The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:
Revenue Generation & Market Development
Drive revenue growth from the WAMI region through strategic player development initiatives
Identify and cultivate new high-value guest relationships
Develop and implement market-specific acquisition and retention strategies
Monitor and grow gaming revenue through targeted VIP programs and events
Analyze player performance, trip value, and reinvestment levels to maximize profitability
Work closely with Marketing and Gaming teams to align promotional strategies
VIP Player Development
Build and maintain strong relationships with high-value guests and VIP players
Oversee VIP service standards and personalized guest experiences
Coordinate VIP events, hosted trips, and promotional activities
Monitor guest satisfaction and ensure service excellence
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, supervise, and manage the Executive Host and Host teams
Recruit, train, mentor, and groom host talent for professional development
Establish performance goals and revenue targets for the team
Conduct regular coaching and performance reviews
Foster a high-performance culture focused on revenue growth and guest engagement
Database & Player Management
Utilize database marketing insights to identify high-potential players
Track player metrics including ADT, theoretical value, visit frequency, and reinvestment
Monitor host portfolios to ensure optimal player coverage and engagement
Implement strategies to maximize player lifetime value
Operational & Strategic Collaboration
Collaborate with Marketing, Gaming Operations, and Analytics teams
Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for the WAMI market
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies
Provide regular performance reports to senior leadership
About You
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
7–10+ year's experience in gaming marketing, player development, or business development
Previous leadership experience managing host teams preferred
Experience working with international VIP markets preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field preferred
Strong ability to generate revenue and grow VIP player segments
Deep understanding of player development and relationship management
Strategic thinking and market development expertise
Strong mentoring, coaching, and talent development skills
Ability to inspire a high-performance culture
Strong numeracy and analytical capability
Experience using CRM and gaming management systems
Ability to interpret database insights to drive player growth
Exceptional interpersonal and networking skills
Strong VIP relationship management capability
Professional presence with high-value guests
About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits
We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.
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