Travel, Tourism & Ticketing Business Development Lead at Agora Digital Agency Limited

Agora Digital Agency Limited - Our client is entering an exciting growth phase in the aviation and travel industry and they are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Travel, Tourism & Ticketing Business Development Lead

Location: Lagos

Summary

• We’re looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader to set up and scale our Travel, Tourism, and Ticketing division from the ground up.
• This is a rare opportunity to build a full-service travel operation covering:
  • Ticketing (B2B & B2C)
  • Holiday & Tour Packages (Inbound & Outbound)
  • Corporate Travel Management
  • Visa Advisory & Concierge Services
  • Group & Special Interest Tours.
• If you’re experienced in GDS platforms (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo), have worked with IATA-accredited agencies, and possess a strong commercial mindset to grow market share, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the business plan for for the client's travel & tourism operations.
• Lead IATA, BSP & GDS accreditation/integration processes.
• Build partnerships with airlines, hotels, tour operators, embassies, and tourism boards.
• Design innovative holiday packages and corporate travel solutions.
• Drive sales, partnerships, and marketing campaigns to grow customer base.
• Oversee operations, online booking systems, and CRM platforms.
• Ensure top-tier customer service and regulatory compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 - 10 years of proven experience in travel agency or tourism business management.
• IATA/UFTAA certifications & GDS proficiency (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo) highly preferred.
• Strong industry network across airlines, travel agencies, and tourism boards.
• Leadership skills with the ability to set up and grow a new business unit.
• Deep knowledge of travel trends, pricing, and customer experience.

Compensation

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses.
• Health and travel benefits
• Chance to build and lead a flagship travel brand within a fast-growing aviation group.

Application Closing Date
27th August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@agoradigitalagency.com using "Travel, Tourism & Ticketing Business Development Lead" as the subject of the mail.