Below is a selection of our handpicked featured talent from our growing pool of registered candidates that are currently open to opportunities. Each summary has been produced by Richard and they remain anonymous until we make an introduction that has been agreed to by both parties.
Page last updated 1 October 2026
Highlighted Talent
A selection of candidates that we’re actively showcasing in October. Their skills, motivations and experience align with real opportunities in the current market. There are hundreds more that are not listed here – contact us at richard@talentfortravel.com about these or other potential game-changers for your business.
Talent SnapshotTFT-29B267
General Manager / Senior Commercial & Operations Leader
20+ years
Key strengths
Launching and growing brands in the Australian market
Leading sales, operations and contact centre teams
Trade, airline and supplier partnerships
Insurance claims leadership and GICOP compliance
Opportunity sought
Sales or management roles, sector-wide
Preferred work location/type
Sydney, Hybrid
Talent SnapshotTFT-5AE6DE
Cruise Travel Advisor, CLIA Master
10+ years
Key strengths
Cruise sales growth and team upskilling
Bespoke itinerary and cruise product design
Supplier relationships and client events
Team leadership and commercial management
Opportunity sought
A cruise-focused role with a specialist cruise agency or cruise line that's "not just selling" - some room to grow skills around product, charters or groups.
Preferred work location/type
Office-based, Australia-wide
Talent SnapshotTFT-CF1158
Marketing Manager
20+ years
Key strengths
Strategic destination marketing and representation
High-volume hotel portfolio management
Large-scale trade event coordination
Complex commercial contract negotiation
Opportunity sought
Destination representation, travel trade engagement, training, trade support or design opportunities within a strong team culture.
Preferred work location/type
Sydney, Remote, Hybrid
Talent SnapshotTFT-3D559D
Business Development & Partnerships Manager
15+ years
Key strengths
Agency account management and business planning
Sales coaching and national training delivery
AI and process improvement projects
Team leadership and project delivery
Opportunity sought
Key account, partnerships or business development roles with real ownership and room to grow. Well suited to a supplier or overseas business needing a remote-based presence in Australia.
Preferred work location/type
On Request
Talent SnapshotTFT-CBC9B5
Procurement & Partnerships Leader
20+ years
Key strengths
High-value regional procurement strategy
Multi-market wholesale travel leadership
Strategic supplier relationship management
Large-scale commercial team transformation
Opportunity sought
Procurement, account director or relationship management roles
Preferred work location/type
Brisbane, Sydney, Hybrid, Remote
Talent SnapshotTFT-2C7F67
Operations & Program Manager
20+ years
Key strengths
Operations and contact centre leadership
Program delivery across global teams
Supplier negotiation and vendor management
Airline and travel technology know-how
Opportunity sought
Operations, program or customer service leadership, vendor management / procurement
Preferred work location/type
Sydney, poss Brisbane relocation, Hybrid
Senior Executives
High-calibre travel-industry leaders who are either available today or open to discussing their next opportunity. This section is for senior hiring where discretion matters, hence less identifiable detail on their profiles. Submit an enquiry on the individual’s card below, or contact us at richard@talentfortravel.com for a confidential discussion.
Senior ExecutiveTFT-688B43
Sales Leader | Strategic Partnerships and Sales Operations
Sales leader who has built high-value partner relationships across airline and travel sectors, spanning agency partners, technology partners, corporate customers and distribution networks. Equally effective hands-on or leading multi-region teams. Expertise across B2B ecosystem.
Opportunity sought
Senior sales or client leadership in travel, tourism or B2B tech, either leading a team or as a senior contributor
Experience
20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-B5D01A
Senior Tourism Executive
Senior tourism executive and trusted adviser with deep expertise across strategy, market intelligence, economic policy and industry leadership. Known for turning complex evidence into clear commercial direction, aligning stakeholders and shaping strategy, priorities and investment decisions.
Opportunity sought
Senior leadership opportunities in strategy, transformation, market intelligence or industry leadership.
Experience
15–20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-250BD6
Marketing Strategy and Commercial Growth
An experienced travel marketing executive who connects brand strategy, digital marketing and direct sales. Brings a data-led approach to channel investment and customer journeys, with experience leading marketing transformation and cross-functional teams.
Opportunity sought
Fractional marketing leadership or the right full-time senior marketing role
Experience
20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-F859CB
Partnerships and Supplier Strategy Leader
A commercial leader with eight years on a senior leadership team within corporate travel, industry board experience and managing supplier strategy and airline partnerships at every level. Brings deep NDC knowledge and a people-first approach built on genuine relationships.
Opportunity sought
Senior commercial or partnerships leadership, including supplier-side roles.
Experience
20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-8EA63F
General Manager | Commercial Manager
A commercial leader who has worked on all sides of the supply chain, including retail, airlines, tourism boards, OTAs and bed banks. Known for launching and scaling brands in market, being their public face and building partnerships that work for everyone.
Opportunity sought
Senior, public-facing commercial or general management role, ideally within a growing brand
Experience
20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-751D05
Transformation, Technology, Growth and Operations Leader
An internationally experienced operations leader with a background across travel services and technology. Seeking a technology-focused leadership role with global responsibilities and scope to grow.
Opportunity sought
Executive leadership, transformation, consulting, fractional leadership and growth-focused travel businesses.
Experience
20+ years
Senior ExecutiveTFT-BA39C0
Commercial Strategy and Strategic Partnerships
Senior aviation commercial leader with extensive experience driving strategic partnerships, revenue expansion, and commercial alignment in high-stakes global environments. Proven track record in high-value contract negotiation, category management, partner retention, more.
