Business Development & Partnerships Executive

AaoStays; Kamrup Metropolitan; Hybrid; INR 111,600 - 223,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical exposure to business development

Hands-on experience in hospitality expansion

Job summary

A reputable homestay chain in India is looking for a Business Development & Partnerships Executive to support regional expansion. This role involves engaging with homestay owners and partners, making field visits, and generating business leads. Candidates should hold a degree in Business or a related field and possess strong communication skills. The position offers valuable exposure to partnerships and business development in the hospitality sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable with field-based work.
• Willingness to travel across assigned locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field visits to identify and engage homestay owners and partners.
• Onboard new homestay partners and assist with documentation.
• Generate, track, and follow up on business development leads.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Field-based work

Knowledge of Assamese or Hindi

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality

Job description

Position: Business Development & Partnerships Executive

Company: AaoStays

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company

AaoStays is a fast-growing chain of homestays founded by IIM alumni, focused on providing reliable, comfortable, and affordable accommodation across India. As the brand expands across Assam, the Northeast, and other emerging markets, AaoStays is building a strong network of homestay partners and local collaborators to support its growth.

Role Overview

The Business Development & Partnerships Executive will support AaoStays’ regional expansion efforts through on-ground partner engagement, lead generation, and relationship management. The role begins with a 3-month training and target completion period. Completion of this period does not guarantee automatic conversion to a full-time role.

• Conduct field visits to identify and engage homestay owners, travel agents, and potential business partners
• Onboard new homestay partners and assist with required documentation
• Generate, track, and follow up on business development leads
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners
• Support local outreach activities and brand visibility initiatives
• Assist in sales, networking, and partnership-related activities
• Maintain accurate records of visits, leads, and onboarded partners

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related field
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable with field-based work
• Prior exposure to sales, marketing, or partnership roles is an advantage
• Knowledge of Assamese or Hindi is a plus
• Willingness to travel across assigned locations

Training, Targets & Compensation

Training Period: 3 months

Target: Onboarding of 60 homestays within the training period

Payment After Training: ₹10,000 (payable only upon successful completion of the target)

Post-Training Engagement

Conversion to a full-time role, if offered, will be based on company requirements and management decision

Full-time salary (if confirmed): ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 per month

What the Role Offers

• Practical exposure to business development and partnership operations
• Learning directly from an IIM alumni–led founding team
• Hands-on experience in hospitality expansion and field operations
• Opportunity for long-term association subject to organizational needs

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply by submitting their resume and basic details. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further discussion.