Skift India Report: Surge in Travel Job Openings
Photo Credit: Hospitality work at the Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi. Flickr / ILO Asia-Pacific
Skift Take
Travel agent positions led the demand for job roles in the past year – can the industry fill the openings fast enough?
Job postings for the hospitality sector surged by 66% from June 2022 to June 2023, global job site Indeed said, noting the significant turnaround from big declines during the pandemic.
Top Three Cities: Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Demand for jobs in tier 2 cities like Mohali and Coimbatore is also on the rise, with 4% each.
Most In-Demand Job Role: Travel agent positions led the demand for job roles in the past year. Apart from compensation, the travel agent industry also offers performance-based travel discounts and commission.
“Travelers are actively looking for budget-friendly experiences, increasing the demand for travel consultants, who can curate a safe, time-intensive and cost-effective experience,” said Sashi Kumar, head of sales at Indeed India.
Previous Figures: The sector posted a 60% rise in job postings from March 2022 to March 2023, with Delhi-National Capital Region emerging as the top city for such jobs.
