Head - Bespoke Travel Curation (Domestic+International)

Important Notes for Applicants The ideal candidate is asenior travel professional with 12–20 years of experiencein luxury travel, bespoke journeys, or experiential hospitality. Prior exposure to UHNI clients, luxury lifestyle brands, or global experiential travel firms is highly essential. The company name will be shared during the application process. It is aleading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organizationwith a fast-growing luxury experiential travel vertical. Please apply by registering your details on this link too - it helps us process applications faster (it will enable us to keep you posted of similar roles in the future as well):Applicants must be currently residing in Mumbaior open to relocation to Mumbai within reasonable timelines. This is ahigh-ownership leadership role– candidates without hands-on experience inluxury travel design for HNIs/UHNIs or leadership in experiential travel firmswillnotbe considered. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Company HR Interface Recruitment Consultinghas beenexclusively retainedto hire for our client: aleading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organizationwith a growingLuxury Experiential Travel brand .The group has offices inIndia, UAE, Singapore and North Americaand is widely regarded as a premier partner for global sporting events and curated experiences. They areauthorized travel & hospitality partnersto some of the world’s most iconic sporting properties – including theOlympics, FIFA, ICC, Wimbledon, UEFA, and others– and have recently launched abespoke luxury experiential travel brandthat designs once-in-a-lifetime journeys.The Luxury Experiential Travel arm curates: Tailor-made itineraries to the world’s most special and remote destinations High-end journeys integratingtop luxury stays, deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact experiences Partnerships withfuturistic travel experiences(e.g. space/stratosphere concepts, polar expeditions, ultra-luxury resorts, etc.) “Trip of a Lifetime” concepts for UHNI families, entrepreneurs, and global leadersThe company sits at the intersection ofluxury travel, global sports, and high-touch hospitality for HNIs, UHNIs, and premium corporate clients. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Role Summary Company:Global Sports & Luxury Experiential Travel Leader (Name shared during process) Official Designation:Chief Travel Curator(Travel Leadership Position) Function:UHNI / Luxury Experiential Travel Design & Curation Years of Experience:Typically12–20+ yearsin luxury travel, experiential travel, UHNI travel design, or leadership roles in high-end travel firms. Job Type:Full-time, On-site, 5-day week Work Location:Lower Parel, Mumbai (Head Office) Reporting To:Founder & CEO Team Size:Leads a team of6–7 senior travel designers/curators Geographic Exposure:Global – India, Middle East, Asia, and international UHNI clients Compensation Band:₹25 – 45 LPA , based on relevant experience, interview performance & last drawn compensation (inclusive of fixed & variable compensation) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Position Overview We are seeking a visionary leader to head the bespoke travel design function of our client. This is atravel leadership rolefor aChief Travel Curatorwho willdesign and curate bespoke journeys for UHNI clients , weaving together: The mostunique and exclusive accommodations Curated local experiences and rare access Deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact-driven elementsYou will be thecustodian of “once-in-a-lifetime” journeys– from ideation to final execution – and will work closely with theFounder & CEOto build out the luxury experiential travel practice. The role demands someone who combines:Sharp luxury travel knowledge UHNI client understanding Strong DMC / partner networks , and The ability tolead and inspire a teamof talented travel designers. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Key Responsibilities:1. Luxury Travel Design & Curation Collaborate directly withUHNI clients and their families/representativesto deeply understand their travel aspirations, preferences, and constraints. Designhighly personalized itinerariesthat may include: Private villas, luxury hotels, and exclusive retreats Remote, rare, and “bucket list” destinations Curated experiences that blend culture, gastronomy, adventure, wellness, philanthropy, and access Integratesports, adventure, and experiential elementswhere relevant, ensuring each journey feels unique, meaningful, and meticulously curated.2. UHNI Client Advisory & Stakeholder Management Act as atrusted travel advisorto UHNI clients, entrepreneurs, CXOs, and global families. Guide clients onbest seasons, access windows, invitation-only experiences, safety, logistics, and value . Maintain high standards ofdiscretion, confidentiality, and white-glove service .3. Partner & DMC Network Management Leverage and expandrelationships with global DMCs, luxury hotels, villas, cruise partners, and niche experience providers . Continuously scoutnew, futuristic, and rare experiencesthat are not easily accessible to the public. Negotiate preferential arrangements and ensuresuperior on-ground servicefor clients.4. Trendspotting & Product Innovation Stay ahead ofglobal luxury travel trends , sustainability and impact travel, experiential formats, and emerging destinations. Translate insights intonew product conceptsandsignature journeysfor the brand. Collaborate with marketing / brand teams to craft compelling narratives around these journeys.5. Team Leadership & Mentorship Lead and manage a team of6–7 travel designers/curators . Set standards forresearch, itinerary quality, client communication, and documentation . Coach the team onUHNI expectations, luxury brand behaviour, and global destination knowledge . Foster a culture ofcreativity, excellence, and obsession with detail. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Qualifications & Skill Sets Education:Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or Luxury Management is an added advantage.Professional Background: Candidate should havepreviously held one or moreof the following: Entrepreneur / Founderof a travel startup or boutique travel firm Leadership roleat a reputableluxury experiential travel firm Senior travel designer/curatorfrom any of the following types of firms (illustrative examples): Global luxury travel designers Lifestyle concierge / UHNI membership platforms High-end adventure / expedition travel brands UHNI-focused travel desks of premium financial or card networksExperience & Skills: Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in theluxury travel domain Demonstrated ability todesign dream itinerariesand manage demanding UHNI expectations Established relations withtravel partners and DMCs Strong track record instakeholder management, specifically UHNI clients Ability toresearch luxury travel trends, destinations, and experiencesand provide clients with the best guidance Access to or ability to unlocktruly unique and rare experiencesthat are not available to the general public Prior experience inleading and managing a team(5–7 members or more) High standard ofcommunication, grooming, and presentation– comfortable dealing with very affluent, well-travelled clients Obsession withdetail, quality, and client delight A genuinepassion for global travel and new frontiers(e.g. polar, space/stratosphere, remote wilderness, etc.) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Why This Role Stands Out ✨ Lead the experiential travel design mandate for a globally reputed luxury travel company. ✨ Direct visibility to the CEO and involvement in global strategy. ✨ Unique opportunity to create travel experiences that go far beyond luxury — rare, authentic, and invitation-only. ✨ Competitive compensation, international exposure, and the chance to redefine luxury travel. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- How to Apply If the job is closed on LinkedIn, register your details here. 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