Accor
Accor is a global hospitality group headquartered in Paris, France, operating a diverse portfolio of more than 40 hotel brands ranging from luxury (e.g., Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel) to economy (e.g., Ibis, Mercure, Novotel). With over 5,500 hotels and 10,000+ food & beverage venues across 110 countries, it is one of the world's largest hotel operators, employing more than 300,000 people worldwide. The group also leads in digital services through its ALL loyalty platform.
Company History
Accor was founded in 1967 in France by Paul Dubrule and Gérard Pélisson, starting with a single Novotel hotel. Over the decades, it expanded through acquisitions and partnerships, becoming a global hospitality leader. In 2016, Accor rebranded its loyalty program to ALL (Accor Live Limitless) to enhance guest experiences.
For International Professionals
- Accor has a strong presence in Spain with offices and hotels in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, offering numerous roles in hospitality operations.
- The company emphasizes internal mobility and offers relocation support for certain roles, especially in management positions.
- Many hotel positions in Spain require Spanish language skills, while corporate roles may require English and French.
- Accor provides extensive training programs and career development pathways, within the ALL Heartiest service culture.
- Work culture focuses on guest experience and sustainability, making it ideal for careers in a growing tourism market like Spain.