Business Development Executive / Business Development Intern (Travel & Partnerships)
Company: Daandi Kaanthi
Location: Remote (India)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Internship
Experience: Freshers to 3+ Years
Compensation: Stipend (Interns) / Salary + Incentives (Full-Time)
About Daandi Kaanthi
Daandi Kaanthi is a travel-focused company creating meaningful journeys across Uttarakhand and the Himalayas. We design experiences that combine adventure, culture, spirituality, nature, and personal discovery. Our mission is to help travelers explore destinations while creating unforgettable memories and authentic local experiences.
As we grow, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can help expand our network of travelers, travel partners, hotels, activity providers, and corporate clients.
About the Role
We are hiring both:
- Business Development Interns (Students, Freshers, Recent Graduates)
- Business Development Executives/Managers (Experienced Candidates)
The role involves generating leads, building partnerships, identifying growth opportunities, and helping expand Daandi Kaanthi's presence in the travel industry.
Candidates who demonstrate strong performance will have opportunities for long-term growth within the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and approach travel agencies, hotels, homestays, tour operators, activity providers, and corporate clients.
- Generate and qualify leads through research, networking, referrals, and outreach campaigns.
- Conduct outreach via calls, emails, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and virtual meetings.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners and customers.
- Present Daandi Kaanthi's travel offerings and partnership opportunities.
- Assist in preparing proposals, quotations, and partnership agreements.
- Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to develop attractive travel packages and campaigns.
- Track leads, partnerships, and sales activities using CRM tools and spreadsheets.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
- Prepare regular reports and recommendations for management.
QualificationsFor Interns
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Tourism, Hospitality, Commerce, or related fields.
- Strong communication skills in English and Hindi.
- Willingness to learn sales, partnerships, and business development.
- Self-motivated and comfortable working remotely.
For Experienced Candidates
- 1–3+ years of experience in Business Development, Sales, Partnerships, Travel, Hospitality, or related fields.
- Proven experience in lead generation and client acquisition.
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Experience working with CRM systems and sales pipelines.
Preferred Skills
- Sales and business development.
- Travel and tourism industry knowledge.
- Lead generation and prospecting.
- Client relationship management.
- Presentation and communication skills.
- Negotiation and closing deals.
- Market research and growth strategy.
CompensationInternship Track
- Monthly Stipend
- Performance-Based Incentives
- Internship Certificate
- Letter of Recommendation
- Potential Full-Time Offer Based on Performance
Full-Time Track
- Fixed Salary
- Performance Incentives
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Leadership Responsibilities as the Company Expands
Selection Process
- Application Review
- Short Business Development Assignment
- Virtual Interview
- Final Selection
Screening Question
Suppose Daandi Kaanthi wants to sell a Kedarnath travel package. Explain how you would generate 50 qualified leads within the next 7 days and what strategy you would use to convert those leads into bookings.
If you are passionate about travel, growth, partnerships, and building meaningful experiences, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: ₹13,967.55 - ₹28,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Work Location: Remote
