Project Coordinator Travel

Tatler Asia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Malaysia is looking for a Project Coordinator to support its Travel division. The role demands expertise in project management, business development, and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, experience in the travel or luxury industries, and a passion for travel. This position involves ensuring successful project execution, managing client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, business development, or a similar role in the travel or luxury industries.
• Strong passion for travel and luxury experiences.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of projects from inception to completion.
• Maintain clear communication among clients and regional teams.
• Oversee project budgets to ensure financial goals are met.
• Streamline creative and operational processes to ensure smooth execution.
• Proactively seek and acquire new business opportunities.
• Develop and nurture partnerships with hotels and travel brands.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Communication

Budget management

Client management

Creative content development

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field

Job description

Tatler Asia's Travel division is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support our Regional Director of Travel. This role is vital to our ongoing growth and success across eight Asian markets and beyond, following a record-breaking year for our team.

Position Overview

We are looking for an individual who possesses a strong passion for the travel and luxury sectors, combined with a unique blend of business acumen and creative content development skills. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of luxury media, engaging in business development, project management, and content creation.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Orchestrate Projects: Lead the execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and brand standards.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication among clients and regional teams to facilitate timely project delivery.
• Budget Management: Oversee project budgets, ensuring financial goals are met while delivering healthy profit margins.
• Workflow Coordination: Streamline creative and operational processes to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.

Business Development & Client Acquisition

• Identify and Pursue Opportunities: Proactively seek and acquire new business opportunities to expand our client portfolio.
• Build Relationships: Develop and nurture strong partnerships with hotels, airlines, tourism boards, and prestigious travel brands.
• Proposal Development: Create compelling proposals and pitch decks that effectively communicate the value of the Tatler brand to potential partners.
• Client Management: Oversee client relationships, from preparing contracts to ensuring the success of partnerships.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in project management, business development, or a similar role in the travel or luxury industries.
• Personal Traits:
  • Strong passion for travel and luxury experiences.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency.
  • Creative thinker with proficiency in both analytical tasks and storytelling.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.