We have another slate of 10 openings in the travel industry this week, including a high visibility sales role with Scenic Group, one of the fastest growing luxury cruise lines in the industry, along with agency specific roles at Internova and Signature. We’re also sharing two tourist board roles with two of the most different cities you can think of.
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The Top Travel Jobs Posted this Week
Vice President of Sales, USA & LATAM | Scenic Group
- Location: On-site | Hollywood, FL
- Comp: Not Listed | Executive Bonus Structure | 401(k) Match | Luxury Travel Discounts
- The Mission: Lead the charge for the world’s first "Discovery Yachts." As VP of Sales, you will be the chief architect of the go-to-market strategy for Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises across the US and Latin America. Reporting directly to the President, you’ll oversee a team of nearly 30 professionals across field sales, national accounts, and MICE. Your goal is to maximize revenue for an expanding fleet—including the upcoming Scenic Ikon and Emerald Kaia—by deepening ties with elite consortia like Virtuoso and Signature Travel Network.
- Apply Directly via: Scenic Group Careers
Senior Manager, Operations Talent Acquisition | American Airlines
- Location: Fort Worth, TX (DFW Headquarters)
- Comp: Not Listed | Full-Time | Immediate Health Benefits + 401(k) Match
- The Mission: Join the largest airline in the world to lead the "Recruitment Enablement" engine. In this high-impact leadership role, you won't just be filling seats; you’ll be designing the global strategy, playbooks, and frameworks that empower American Airlines' entire recruiting lifecycle. You’ll oversee event strategy, talent intelligence, and workforce forecasting, ensuring that the "American Airlines family" has the data-driven systems needed to attract top-tier talent across 365 global destinations.
- Apply Directly via: American Airlines Careers (Requisition ID: 85645)
Operations Specialist, Advisor Activation | Fora
- Location: On-site | New York City (Tribeca/FiDi)
- Comp: $70,000 – $90,000 + Equity | Unlimited Vacation + Full Health Benefits
- The Mission: Fora is modernizing the travel agency industry, and this role is the engine behind their advisor onboarding. You’ll be responsible for the systems and automation that turn new travel enthusiasts into thriving entrepreneurs. This isn't just about following a manual—it’s about using AI (Claude) and no-code tools (Zapier) to fix broken processes, automate communication sequences, and ensure that thousands of advisors scale effectively on the Fora platform.
- Apply Directly via: LinkedIn
Compensation Manager | Internova Travel Group
- Location: Remote (US/International potential)
- Comp: Salary Range Disclosed Upon Interview (based on geography/experience) | Performance Bonus Eligible | Full Benefits + RRSP/401k Match
- The Mission: Internova is one of the world's largest travel services companies, representing over 100,000 advisors globally. As Compensation Manager, you will be the architect of the reward systems that drive this massive enterprise. You will design, implement, and manage complex variable compensation programs (commissions, incentives, and sales plans) across domestic and international markets. Reporting to HR leadership, you’ll ensure market competitiveness and pay equity while serving as a strategic consultant to business unit leaders.
- Apply Directly via: Internova Careers
Director, Cruise Partnerships | Signature Travel Network
- Location: Remote
- Comp: $120,000 – $140,000 /yr | 6% 401(k) Match | Cash Bonus Pool | WFH Stipend
- The Mission: Lead the cruise vertical for a member-owned cooperative generating over $11B in annual sales. As Director, you are the primary architect of Signature’s preferred cruise relationships. You will lead a team of four to negotiate high-stakes commission programs, secure exclusive tactical offers, and ensure that over 15,000 travel advisors have the tools and incentives needed to drive network growth. This is a high-visibility role that balances aggressive account management with a deep "member-first" service philosophy.
- Apply Directly via: Indeed or connect with Cricket Ducat on LinkedIn
Research Analyst | NYC Tourism + Conventions
- Location: Hybrid | New York, NY (3 days in-office: Tues/Wed + 1 flex day)
- Comp: $76,700 – $95,875 | Premium Health Benefits + Transit Allowance + Extended Winter Break
- The Mission: Support the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the five boroughs of New York City. As a Research Analyst, you will be the engine behind the City's hotel and visitor performance reporting. You’ll synthesize complex datasets—from Visa spend and airline data to census and hotel metrics (Occupancy, ADR, RevPAR)—into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions for NYC Restaurant Week, Broadway Week, and global marketing campaigns.
- Apply Directly via: NYC Tourism + Conventions Careers
TDA Director | Wilkes Tourism Development Authority
- Location: Wilkesboro, NC
- Comp: $65,000 – $80,000 /yr | Autonomous Leadership Role
- The Mission: Step into the role of "community spark plug" for the Great State of Wilkes. Nestled in the Blue Ridge foothills, Wilkes County is home to two state parks, nationally recognized wineries, and world-class events like MerleFest and the North Wilkesboro Speedway. As the TDA Director, you will be a solo operator leading a lean, contractor-staffed organization. You’ll inherit a brand already positioned for growth and will be responsible for driving overnight stays, supporting small tourism businesses, and serving as the primary storyteller for this vibrant mountain destination.
- Apply Directly via: Wilkes County website
Senior Manager, Development Events | Marriott International
- Location: Hybrid (Bethesda, MD HQ) or Remote
- Comp: $110,400 – $161,500 (HQ) | $100,400 – $146,800 (Remote) | Bonus Eligible
- The Mission: Orchestrate Marriott Development’s global presence at the industry’s most influential conferences, tradeshows, and signature events. As the central project manager for internal and external experiences, you will design and deliver high-impact leadership forums, owner events, and charitable initiatives. This role is the primary liaison to Marriott’s owners and franchisees, tasked with delivering a high-touch, "Gold Standard" partner experience that strengthens relationships and advances the world’s largest hotel company’s development strategy.
- Apply Directly via: Marriott Careers (Job Number: 26056845) | Deadline: May 14, 2026
Director, Strategy and Business Performance | The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
- Location: Hybrid | Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Comp: Not Listed | Full-Time | Executive Benefits & Global Travel Perks
- The Mission: Step into a critical leadership role that bridges high-level corporate vision with operational execution for the world’s premiere ultra-luxury yachting brand. Reporting to the executive leadership team, you will shape the company’s corporate roadmap, define high-impact strategic initiatives, and build a robust performance framework. You are the "analytical compass" of the organization, responsible for bringing clarity to complex business challenges and ensuring the brand's "Gold Standards" translate into measurable growth and value realization.
- Apply Directly via: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Careers
Manager, Partner Relations | Global Travel Collection (GTC)
- Location: Hybrid | London, UK (Min. 2–3 days/week at 101 SML)
- Comp: Not Listed | Performance Bonus Eligible | Life Insurance + Perkbox + EAP
- The Mission: Support the world’s most influential collection of international luxury travel advisors. In this role, you bridge the gap between GTC’s elite advisors and their global preferred partners. You’ll be responsible for driving volume to preferred programs, managing UK-specific supplier initiatives, and ensuring advisors are fully educated on the tools and contracts that provide them with a competitive edge. This is a "culture-first" role that requires a mix of strategic distribution management and hands-on event execution.
- Apply Directly via: Global Travel Collection / Internova Careers or reach out to Abhishek Shankar
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