Associate Market Manager

**ABOUT US**:
Hostelworld Group, the global hostel-focussed online booking platform, inspires adventurous minds to meet the world and come back with life-changing stories to tell. Our customers are not your average tourists, they crave cultural connection and unique experiences that we make possible by providing an unbeatable selection of hostels in unmissable locations - all in the palm of their hand.

It is the social nature and community feel of hostels and their environment, that enable travellers to embrace journeys of discovery, adventure and meaning. We have more than 13 million reviews across 17,800 hostels in more than 179 countries, making the brand the leading online hub for social travel. The website operates in 19 different languages and our mobile app in 13 languages.

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dublin, Hostelworld has a growing, high-calibre team of 230 people within Technology, Product, Global Markets, HR, Finance & Legal and Marketing Teams across our Dublin, London, Porto, Shanghai and Sydney offices. Hostelworld is listed on the London Stock Exchange and Dublin Euronext. You can read more about our story here.

**LOCATION**:
This role is based in Australia. We have a co
- working space in Sydney city centre for those who prefer a hybrid model where you can spend time with colleagues in-person. If necessary, the role can be remote within Australia with coming together for team meetings as needed.

**Applicants must be fully eligible to work in Australia on a permanent basis and not require sponsorship.**

**WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH**‍‍**:
In this role, you will collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to expanding our market share in the APAC region. You will work closely with property partners on a daily basis, facilitating effective communication between them and Hostelworld.

As an Associate Market Manager, you will be a key member of the Markets Team, reporting to the Area Manager or Head of Supply APAC. You will have ownership of key cities or countries within the market and, where business conditions allow, be able to manage your tasks in a timely manner and deliver results.

Your role will require proficiency in utilizing reporting tools to identify potential opportunities and address complex cases. You will need to work independently, requiring only moderate guidance from the Manager.

**This is a commercial revenue-generation role, focused on partner relationships and sales, not a marketing position.**

**WHAT YOU'LL DO ‍**:

- Take full ownership of key accounts, cities and countries within the market.
- Enhance the performance and competitiveness of assigned destinations (for example: Oceania).
- Promote the adoption of Hostelworld products and promotional rates within assigned destinations or across the market as needed.
- Provide clear and detailed reports regarding the destinations under your responsibility, as well as contribute to the Weekly Report as required.
- Champion a specific business area across the wider organization and report on its progress.Ensure the successful delivery of the departments goals.

**WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR**:
**Experience & Qualifications**:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in an online travel agency or a travel-related company, preferably with knowledge of the Oceania market.

**Knowledge & Skills**:

- Commercially minded with a proven track record in solving complex cases.
- Fluent in English with excellent oral and written communication skills, capable of delivering articulate speeches and engaging in high-level business writing, ensuring clear and effective communication in diverse settings.
- Strong analytical abilities with a demonstrated capacity to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable business strategies.
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to construct and deliver clear, persuasive arguments.
- Proven strategic project management skills, with experience leading complex projects and initiatives.
- Experience in international markets, with a successful track record in managing business operations and negotiations.
- Highly driven and a committed team player, with outstanding interpersonal and client relations skills.

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- Competitive salary & benefits
- Enhanced annual leave plus 3 Wellbeing Days per year
- Paid family leave (maternity, paternity, surrogacy & adoption)
- Agile working (plus a Working from Abroad Policy)
- Support for your ongoing growth & development
- Inclusive people policies (sickness, menopause, compassionate and fertility leave)
- A chance to give back to your local community with 5 paid volunteering days

**OUR BEHAVIOURS***:

- **Grow others**:

- We fundamentally believe that investing in growing others benefits everyone, whether it's helping them develop hard or soft skills. We want learning and growing to be part of our DNA to help makes us a better team, together.
- **Master it** - We are obsessed with our area of expertise and enjoy develo