Assistant Manager - Partnerships (travel)

About the Role:

We are looking for a street-smart and dynamic Assistant Manager - Partnerships to drive strategic alliances and partnerships in Bangalore. The ideal candidate must have an in-depth understanding of the Bangalore market, a strong network, and prior experience in travel partnerships, preferably within the Assistance/Concierge, lifestyle, retail, hospitality, or restaurant industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, negotiate, and establish travel partnerships with key brands, businesses, and Service providers/vendors in Bangalore.
• Develop and execute strategic partnership plans to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure long-term collaboration.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competition, and potential partnership opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing & operations) to maximize the impact of partnerships.
• Monitor partnership performance, track key metrics, and provide data-driven insights for optimization.
• Work closely with local businesses, community groups, and influencers to create impactful travel campaigns.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to refine partnership strategies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be based in Bangalore and have a strong understanding of the city's travel ecosystem.
• 3-5 years of experience in managing travel partnerships, preferably in the Assistance/Concierge, lifestyle, retail, hospitality, or restaurant industry.
• Proven ability to identify and close high-impact partnerships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to measure and optimize partnership outcomes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
• A proactive, result-oriented, and street-smart approach to business development.

If you are passionate about building travel partnerships and have an entrepreneurial mindset, wed love to hear from you!