Important Notes for Applicants /n The ideal candidate is a senior travel professional with 15–20 years of experience in luxury travel curation, bespoke journey creation, or experiential hospitality packaging. /n Prior exposure to HNI / UHNI clients, luxury lifestyle brands, & global experiential travel is highly essential. /n The company name will be shared during the application process. It is a leading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organization with a fast-growing luxury experiential travel vertical. (BOTH Sports & non sports based travel) /n 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): /n Applicants must be currently residing in Mumbai or open to relocation to Mumbai within reasonable timelines. This is an onsite role. /n This is a high-ownership leadership role – candidates without hands-on experience in luxury travel design for HNIs/UHNIs or leadership in experiential travel firms will not be considered. /n --- /n About Us: /n HR Interface Recruitment Consulting is one of India's best leading Recruitment & Executive Search firms.

Based in Mumbai, with a robust team of 20+ seasoned industry & function-specific recruitment consultants, we bring 20+ years of expertise recruiting across 40+ functions across 30+ industries across India | APAC | Middle East | North America | EU. /n --- /n About our Client Company: /n Our clients are a leading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organization that sits at the intersection of luxury travel, global sports, and high-touch hospitality for HNIs, UHNIs, and premium corporate clients. /n With operations across India, UAE, Singapore and North America - they are widely regarded as a premier partner for global sporting events and curated experiences. They are authorized travel & hospitality partners to some of the world's most iconic sporting properties – including the Olympics, FIFA, ICC, Wimbledon, UEFA, and others – and have built a bespoke luxury experiential travel brand that designs once-in-a-lifetime journeys. /n The Luxury Experiential Travel arm curates: /n /n

- Tailor-made itineraries to the world's most special and remote destinations

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- High-end journeys integrating top luxury stays, deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact experiences

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- Partnerships with futuristic travel experiences (e.g. space/stratosphere concepts, polar expeditions, ultra-luxury resorts, etc.)

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- "Trip of a Lifetime" concepts for UHNI families, entrepreneurs, and global leaders

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- Company: Global Sports & Luxury Experiential Travel Leader (Name shared during process)

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- Official Designation: Chief Travel Curator

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- Function: UHNI / Luxury Experiential Travel Design & Curation

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- Years of Experience: Typically 15–20+ years in luxury travel, experiential travel, UHNI travel design, or leadership roles in high-end travel firms.

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- Job Type: Full-time, On-site, 5-day week

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- Work Location: Lower Parel, Mumbai (Head Office)

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- Reporting To: Founder & CEO

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- Team Size: Leads a team of 6–7 senior travel designers/curators

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- Geographic Exposure: Global – India, Middle East, Asia,



and international UHNI clients

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- Compensation Band: Open: based on relevant experience, interview performance & last drawn compensation (inclusive of fixed & variable compensation)

/n /n --- /n Position Overview /n We are seeking a visionary leader to head the bespoke travel design function of our client. This is a travel leadership role for a Chief Travel Curator who will design and curate bespoke journeys for UHNI clients, weaving together: /n /n

- The most unique and exclusive accommodations

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- Curated local experiences and rare access

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- Deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact-driven elements

/n /n You will be the custodian of "once-in-a-lifetime" journeys – from ideation to final execution – and will work closely with the Founder & CEO to build out the luxury experiential travel practice. /n The role demands someone who combines: /n /n

- Sharp luxury travel knowledge

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- UHNI client understanding

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- Strong DMC / partner networks, and

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- The ability to lead and inspire a team of talented travel designers.

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Luxury Travel

Design & Curation /n /n

- Collaborate directly with UHNI clients and their families/representatives to deeply understand their travel aspirations, preferences, and constraints.

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- Design highly personalized itineraries that may include:

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- Private villas, luxury hotels, and exclusive retreats

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- Remote, rare, and "bucket list" destinations

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- Curated experiences that blend culture, gastronomy, adventure, wellness, philanthropy, and access

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- Integrate sports, adventure, and experiential elements where relevant, ensuring each journey feels unique, meaningful, and meticulously curated.

/n /n 2. UHNI Client Advisory & Stakeholder Management /n /n

- Act as a trusted travel advisor to UHNI clients, entrepreneurs, CXOs, and global families.

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- Guide clients on best seasons, access windows, invitation-only experiences, safety, logistics, and value.

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- Maintain high standards of discretion, confidentiality, and white-glove service.

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- Leverage and expand relationships with global DMCs, luxury hotels, villas, cruise partners, and niche experience providers.

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- Continuously scout new, futuristic, and rare experiences that are not easily accessible to the public.

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- Negotiate preferential arrangements and ensure superior on-ground service for clients.

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- Stay ahead of global luxury travel trends, sustainability and impact travel, experiential formats, and emerging destinations.

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- Translate insights into new product concepts and signature journeys for the brand.

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- Collaborate with marketing / brand teams to craft compelling narratives around these journeys.

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- Lead and manage a team of 6–7 travel designers/curators.

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- Set standards for research, itinerary quality, client communication, and documentation.

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- Coach the team on UHNI expectations, luxury brand behaviour, and global destination knowledge.

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- Foster a culture of creativity, excellence, and obsession with detail.

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- Education: Bachelor's degree required; a Master's in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or Luxury Management is an added advantage.

/n /n Professional Background: /n Candidate should have previously held one or more of the following: /n /n

- Entrepreneur / Founder of a travel startup or boutique travel firm

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- Leadership role at a reputable luxury experiential travel firm

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- Senior travel designer/curator from any of the following types of firms (illustrative examples):

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- Global luxury travel designers

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- Lifestyle concierge / UHNI membership platforms

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- High-end adventure / expedition travel brands

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- UHNI-focused travel desks of premium financial or card networks

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- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the luxury travel domain

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- Demonstrated ability to design dream itineraries and manage demanding UHNI expectations

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- Established relations with travel partners and DMCs

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- Strong track record in stakeholder management, specifically UHNI clients

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- Ability to research luxury travel trends, destinations, and experiences and provide clients with the best guidance

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- Access to or ability to unlock truly unique and rare experiences that are not available to the general public

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- Prior experience in leading and managing a team (5–7 members or more)

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- High standard of communication, grooming, and presentation – comfortable dealing with very affluent, well-travelled clients

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- Obsession with detail, quality, and client delight

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- A genuine passion for global travel and new frontiers (e.g. polar, space/stratosphere, remote wilderness, etc.)

/n /n --- /n Why This Role Stands Out /n Lead the experiential travel design mandate for a globally reputed luxury travel company. /n Direct visibility to the CEO and involvement in global strategy. /n Unique opportunity to create travel experiences that go far beyond luxury — rare, authentic, and invitation-only. /n Competitive compensation, international exposure, and the chance to redefine luxury travel. /n --- /n How to Apply /n If the job is closed on LinkedIn, register your details here. /n Application Form Link (for this and other similar openings coming up, Highly Recommended to register): /n --- /n HR Interface Recruitment Consulting is one of the most trusted Leadership Hiring & Talent Search firms today & is growing exponentially as we help our clients hire game changing talent. Come be a part of this journey, to stay updated on jobs & career tips & more. /n --- /n Follow us on LinkedIn (For leadership / CXO roles): /n Follow us on LinkedIn (for mid to senior level roles): /n --- /n Connect with our Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Hiring practice specialist Mira Dasgupta on LinkedIn for top roles: /n --- /n If your profile is shortlisted, we look forward to exploring what makes you the perfect fit for this exciting opportunity.

📌 Head - Global Travel Curation (Bespoke Travel Packaging) (Mumbai)
🏢 HR Interface Recruitment Consulting
📍 Mumbai