Buzz in travel sector leading to more hiring in senior leadership level

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This rise in activity is also leading to a spurt in hiring. But what kind of employment is this unlocking, specially at senior levels?

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The travel sector is going through a period of transition, particularly at the senior leadership level, says Nirupama VG, Founder, AdAstra Consultants. “In 2023, we witnessed an unprecedented number of C-suite exits, which posed challenges to business continuity. As we move into 2024, the demand for CEOs and CXOs in the travel industry is growing, further fuelled by Budget 2024's significant boost to tourism. This boost is expected to increase the sector's contribution to India's GDP by $250 billion by 2030 and create employment for 137 million individuals. Underscoring the sector's resilience and its adaptability to the evolving atmosphere,” she says.

Dhriti Prasanna Mahanta, Vice President and Business Head, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship, says people are looking at leadership roles in sales, marketing, technology, F&B, customer service and supply chain. These segments are opening up to drive new business growth, brand experience, customer acquisition, customer engagement and operational efficiency.

What skills are needed across multiple types of roles

Nirupama says large domestic conglomerates and companies are actively seeking