Airbnb Manager – Mumbai (Short-Term Rental Business)

Job Title: Airbnb Manager – Mumbai (Short-Term Rental Business)

Location: Mumbai
Job Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 2–5 years (Hospitality / Airbnb / Property Management preferred)

Job Overview

We are starting a short-term rental / Airbnb business in Mumbai and are looking for a hands-on Airbnb Manager who understands the city, local areas, guest expectations, and day-to-day operations.

This role is ideal for someone who knows how Airbnb works from the ground level—from choosing the right location to managing bookings, guests, cleaning, and pricing.

You will be responsible for setting up, managing, and growing Airbnb properties from scratch.

Key Responsibilities1. Location & Market Research

• Identify the best areas in Mumbai for Airbnb (tourist, business, and long-stay demand)
• Study nearby Airbnb listings, pricing, occupancy, and reviews
• Suggest locations based on demand, safety, connectivity, and rental cost

2. Property Sourcing & Evaluation

• Find suitable properties through brokers, owners, portals, and local contacts
• Visit properties and evaluate them for Airbnb suitability
• Check building rules, society restrictions, and short-term rental feasibility
• Prepare cost vs income estimates for each property

3. Property Setup & Onboarding

• Coordinate rental agreement finalisation
• Plan furniture, appliances, kitchen setup, and essentials
• Arrange cleaning services, laundry, and basic maintenance
• Ensure property is guest-ready before listing

4. Airbnb Listing & Pricing

• Create and manage Airbnb listings (title, description, photos, house rules)
• Coordinate professional photography if needed
• Set and update pricing based on season, demand, weekends, and events
• Manage calendar and availability across platforms

5. Guest Handling & Operations

• Respond to guest inquiries quickly and professionally
• Handle check-in, check-out, and guest communication
• Resolve guest issues calmly and efficiently
• Ensure good guest experience and positive reviews

6. Daily Operations & Maintenance

• Coordinate cleaning between stays
• Manage repairs, replacements, and restocking
• Ensure hygiene, safety, and quality standards are maintained

7. Occupancy & Revenue Growth

• Work towards high occupancy without underpricing
• Track performance: bookings, revenue, reviews, expenses
• Suggest improvements to increase bookings and ratings

8. Reporting & Growth Planning

• Share weekly or monthly performance updates
• Suggest new property additions or improvements
• Help scale the business step-by-step

Skills & Qualifications Required

• Strong knowledge of Mumbai areas and local property market
• Experience with Airbnb or short-term rentals preferred
• Understanding of hospitality and guest expectations
• Good communication skills (English + Hindi/Marathi preferred)
• Basic knowledge of pricing, budgeting, and operations
• Comfortable with fieldwork, site visits, and flexible hours
• Organised, responsible, and problem-solving mindset

Preferred Background

• Airbnb host or co-host experience
• Hotel, serviced apartment, or property management experience
• Real estate or rental operations experience

Salary & Incentives

• Salary: ₹6,00,000 – ₹11,00,000 per year (based on experience)
• Incentives: Performance-based bonus / revenue-linked incentives
• Growth opportunity as the business expands

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to build a business from the start
• Direct impact on growth and revenue
• Long-term role with learning and expansion potential

Interested candidates can apply with details of their Airbnb / hospitality / property management experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹720,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Have you managed Airbnb or short-term rental properties before?
• Which areas in Mumbai do you think are best for starting an Airbnb today and why? (Mention at least 3 locations)
• Which areas would you avoid for Airbnb and why?
• When visiting a property for Airbnb, what are the top 5 things you check before finalising it?
• How do you decide whether a property will be profitable as an Airbnb or not?
• How would you price a new Airbnb listing in its first month?
• What steps would you take if bookings are low after listing goes live?
• Are you currently managing any other Airbnb properties or jobs?
• Why do you want to work in an early-stage Airbnb business instead of a hotel or corporate role?

Work Location: In person