Executive Assistant - Business Strategy ( CEO Office )

Role Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Managing Director/Chairman. This role is ideal for someone with a comprehensive understanding of both offline and online travel operations, supplier relationship management, travel technology integration, and strategic business execution. The candidate will be a multi-functional leader, capable of managing diverse responsibilities across marketing, operations, technology, new product development, and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Managing Director/Chairman
• Oversee and coordinate both offline and online travel operations for optimal efficiency
• Build and manage relationships with key suppliers including airlines, hotels, and DMCs
• Support configuration and oversight of travel technology platforms and tools
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to provide insights on profitability and business strategy
• Analyze financial reports and P&L statements to inform and adapt growth strategies
• Liaise with cross-functional departments to ensure alignment with corporate objectives
• Assist in strategic planning, execution, and monitoring of business initiatives
• Maintain and secure confidential files, reports, and company data

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a premier institution (IIT, IIM, XLRI, or equivalent); a Master's degree is a plus
• Proven experience in the travel and tourism industry, ideally in a similar leadership support role
• Deep understanding of travel technology platforms and digital tools
• Strong command of financial management, including budgeting and P&L analysis
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure business environment

Preferred Experience:

• 5 to 10 years of experience with top travel firms such as MakeMyTrip, EaseMyTrip, TripFactory, IXIGO, or Thomas Cook
• Awareness of global travel trends across Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, and Canada