Business Development Manager - Luxury Travel

Company Description

Azura Holidays Private Limited specializes in creating bespoke luxury travel experiences that enrich your world. Our team of proficient travel consultants ensures that each journey is memorable and unique, avoiding 'off-the-shelf itineraries.' We pride ourselves on hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind trips that offer a path less traveled. With Azura Holidays, luxury travel is more than a destination; it is a transformative experience.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Business Development Manager - Luxury Travel, located in the Kolkata metropolitan area. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and developing strategies to increase sales. Additional duties include market research, attending industry events, and collaborating with the marketing team to create promotional materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition: Identify and engage new high-net-worth clients, corporates, and social groups to grow the Azura portfolio
• Sales Ownership: Drive sales across private trips, milestone celebrations, retreats, and curated experiences
• Partnership Development: Build strategic partnerships with luxury brands, hotels, event planners, and influencers
• Referral & Rewards Program: Lead and manage Azura’s client referral program, optimizing for loyalty and repeat business
• Event Support: Collaborate on planning and closing private events, offsites, and pop-ups (India & international)
• Brand Representation: Represent Azura at lifestyle events, social gatherings, and trade shows to elevate brand visibility
• Collaboration: Work closely with marketing to develop pitch decks, campaign strategies, and lead conversion plans

Qualifications

• Business Development and Sales skills
• Client Relationship Management and Networking skills
• Market Research and Analysis skills
• Proficiency in Digital Marketing and Promotional Strategy
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in the luxury travel industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field