Head - Travel Curation & Packages (Global HNI Experiential Travel)

<b>Important Notes for Applicants</b><br /><br /> <b>The ideal candidate is a senior travel professional with 15-20 years of experience </b>in luxury travel curation, bespoke journey creation, or experiential hospitality packaging. <br /><br /> <b> Prior exposure to</b> HNI / UHNI clients, luxury lifestyle brands, &amp; global experiential travel is highly essential.<br /><br /> The company name will be shared during the application process. It is a <b>leading global Sports Experiential Travel &amp; Luxury Hospitality organization</b> with a fast-growing luxury experiential travel vertical. (BOTH Sports &amp; non sports based travel)<br /><br /> <b> Please apply by registering your details on this link too</b> - it helps us process applications faster (it will enable us to keep you posted of similar roles in the future as well): <b></b><br /><br /> <b> Applicants must be currently residing in Mumbai </b>or open to relocation to Mumbai within reasonable timelines. This is an onsite role.<br /><br /> This is a <b>high-ownership leadership role</b> - candidates without hands-on experience in <b>luxury travel design for HNIs/UHNIs or leadership in experiential travel firms</b> <b>will</b> <b>not</b> be considered.<br /><br /> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>About Us:</b><br /><br /> HR Interface Recruitment Consulting is one of India's best leading Recruitment &amp; Executive Search firms. Based in Mumbai, with a strong team of 20+ seasoned industry &amp; function-specific recruitment consultants, we bring 20+ years of expertise recruiting across <b>40+ functions across 30+ industries</b> across <b>India APAC Middle East North America EU.</b><br /><br /> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>About our Client Company:</b><br /><br /> <b>Our clients are a leading global Sports Experiential Travel &amp; Luxury Hospitality organization</b> that sits at the intersection of <b>luxury travel, global sports, and high-touch hospitality for HNIs, UHNIs, and premium corporate clients.</b><br /><br /> With operations across <b>India, UAE, Singapore and North America</b> - they are widely regarded as a premier partner for global sporting events and curated experiences. They are <b>authorized travel &amp; hospitality partners</b> to some of the world's most iconic sporting properties - including the <b>Olympics, FIFA, ICC, Wimbledon, UEFA, and others</b> - and have built a <b>bespoke luxury experiential travel brand</b> that designs once-in-a-lifetime journeys.<br /><br /> <b>The Luxury Experiential Travel arm curates:</b><ul><li>Tailor-made itineraries to the world's most special and remote destinations</li><li>High-end journeys integrating <b>top luxury stays, deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact experiences</b></li><li>Partnerships with <b>futuristic travel experiences</b> (e.g. space/stratosphere concepts, polar expeditions, ultra-luxury resorts, etc.)</li><li>"Trip of a Lifetime" concepts for UHNI families, entrepreneurs, and global leaders</li></ul> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>Role Summary</b><ul><li><b>Company:</b> Global Sports &amp; Luxury Experiential Travel Leader (Name shared during process)</li><li><b>Official Designation:</b> <b>Chief Travel Curator</b></li><li><b>Function:</b> UHNI / Luxury Experiential Travel Design &amp; Curation</li><li><b>Years of Experience:</b> Typically <b>15-20+ years</b> in luxury travel, experiential travel, UHNI travel design, or leadership roles in high-end travel firms.</li><li><b>Job Type:</b> Full-time, On-site, 5-day week</li><li><b>Work Location:</b> <b>Lower Parel, Mumbai (Head Office)</b></li><li><b>Reporting To:</b> <b>Founder &amp; CEO</b></li><li><b>Team Size:</b> Leads a team of <b>6-7 senior travel designers/curators</b></li><li><b>Geographic Exposure:</b> Global - India, Middle East, Asia, and international UHNI clients</li><li><b>Compensation Band:</b> Open: based on relevant experience, interview performance &amp; last drawn compensation (inclusive of fixed &amp; variable compensation)</li></ul> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>Position Overview</b><br /><br /> We are seeking a visionary leader to head the bespoke travel design function of our client. This is a <b>travel leadership role</b> for a <b>Chief Travel Curator</b> who will <b>design and curate bespoke journeys for UHNI clients</b>, weaving together:<ul><li>The most <b>unique and exclusive accommodations</b></li><li>Curated local experiences and rare access</li><li>Deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact-driven elements</li></ul> You will be the <b>custodian of "once-in-a-lifetime" journeys</b> - from ideation to final execution - and will work closely with the <b>Founder &amp; CEO</b> to build out the luxury experiential travel practice.<br /><br /> The role demands someone who combines:<ul><li><b>Sharp luxury travel knowledge</b></li><li><b>UHNI client understanding</b></li><li><b>Strong DMC / partner networks</b>, and</li><li>The ability to <b>lead and inspire a team</b> of talented travel designers.</li></ul> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>Key Responsibilities:</b><br /><br /> <b>1. Luxury Travel Design &amp; Curation</b><ul><li>Collaborate directly with <b>UHNI clients and their families/representatives</b> to deeply understand their travel aspirations, preferences, and constraints.</li><li>Design <b>highly personalized itineraries</b> that may include:</li><li>Private villas, luxury hotels, and exclusive retreats</li><li>Remote, rare, and "bucket list" destinations</li><li>Curated experiences that blend culture, gastronomy, adventure, wellness, philanthropy, and access</li><li>Integrate <b>sports, adventure, and experiential elements</b> where relevant, ensuring each journey feels unique, meaningful, and meticulously curated.</li></ul> <b>2. UHNI Client Advisory &amp; Stakeholder Management</b><ul><li>Act as a <b>trusted travel advisor</b> to UHNI clients, entrepreneurs, CXOs, and global families.</li><li>Guide clients on <b>best seasons, access windows, invitation-only experiences, safety, logistics, and value</b>.</li><li>Maintain high standards of <b>discretion, confidentiality, and white-glove service</b>.</li></ul> <b>3. Partner &amp; DMC Network Management</b><ul><li>Leverage and expand <b>relationships with global DMCs, luxury hotels, villas, cruise partners, and niche experience providers</b>.</li><li>Continuously scout <b>new, futuristic, and rare experiences</b> that are not easily accessible to the public.</li><li>Negotiate preferential arrangements and ensure <b>superior on-ground service</b> for clients.</li></ul> <b>4. Trendspotting &amp; Product Innovation</b><ul><li>Stay ahead of <b>global luxury travel trends</b>, sustainability and impact travel, experiential formats, and emerging destinations.</li><li>Translate insights into <b>new product concepts</b> and <b>signature journeys</b> for the brand.</li><li>Collaborate with marketing / brand teams to craft compelling narratives around these journeys.</li></ul> <b>5. Team Leadership &amp; Mentorship</b><ul><li>Lead and manage a team of <b>6-7 travel designers/curators</b>.</li><li>Set standards for <b>research, itinerary quality, client communication, and documentation</b>.</li><li>Coach the team on <b>UHNI expectations, luxury brand behaviour, and global destination knowledge</b>.</li><li>Foster a culture of <b>creativity, excellence, and obsession with detail.</b></li></ul> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>Qualifications &amp; Skill Sets</b><ul><li><b>Education:</b> Bachelor's degree required; a Master's in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or Luxury Management is an added advantage.</li></ul> <b>Professional Background:</b><br /><br /> Candidate should have <b>previously held one or more</b> of the following:<ul><li><b>Entrepreneur / Founder</b> of a travel startup or boutique travel firm</li><li><b>Leadership role</b> at a reputable <b>luxury experiential travel firm</b></li><li><b>Senior travel designer/curator</b> from any of the following types of firms (illustrative examples):</li></ul><ul><li>Global luxury travel designers</li><li>Lifestyle concierge / UHNI membership platforms</li><li>High-end adventure / expedition travel brands</li><li>UHNI-focused travel desks of premium financial or card networks</li></ul> <b>Experience &amp; Skills:</b><ul><li>Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the <b>luxury travel domain</b></li><li>Demonstrated ability to <b>design dream itineraries</b> and manage demanding UHNI expectations</li><li>Established relations with <b>travel partners and DMCs</b></li><li>Strong track record in <b>stakeholder management, specifically UHNI clients</b></li><li>Ability to <b>research luxury travel trends, destinations, and experiences</b> and provide clients with the best guidance</li><li>Access to or ability to unlock <b>truly unique and rare experiences</b> that are not available to the general public</li><li>Prior experience in <b>leading and managing a team</b> (5-7 members or more)</li><li>High standard of <b>communication, grooming, and presentation</b> - comfortable dealing with very affluent, well-travelled clients</li><li>Obsession with <b>detail, quality, and client delight</b></li><li>A genuine <b>passion for global travel and new frontiers</b> (e.g. polar, space/stratosphere, remote wilderness, etc.)</li></ul> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>Why This Role Stands Out</b><br /><br /> Lead the experiential travel design mandate for a globally reputed luxury travel company.<br /><br /> Direct visibility to the CEO and involvement in global strategy.<br /><br /> Unique opportunity to create travel experiences that go far beyond luxury - rare, authentic, and invitation-only.<br /><br /> Competitive compensation, international exposure, and the chance to redefine luxury travel.<br /><br /> <b> </b><br /><br /> <b>How to Apply</b><br /><br /> If the job is closed on LinkedIn, register your details here.<br /> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?%2bRor310ooXWDKjBQ%2fJLKZOd1m2RHucILj" width="0" height="0" />