Executive / Sr. Executive – Client Engagement

 

EXECUTIVE / SR. EXECUTIVE – CLIENT ENGAGEMENT

Job Purpose
  • The Executive / Senior Executive – Client Engagement at Holiday Tours is responsible for managing and growing
    corporate client relationships, driving sales performance, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
    This role focuses on client retention, new business acquisition, account management, and revenue
    growth while maintaining high customer satisfaction standards. The incumbent will work closely with
    internal stakeholders and external partners to develop tailored travel solutions, strengthen client
    partnerships, and contribute to the overall success of the Corporate Travel business.
Job Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development:

  •  Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve departmental sales targets, revenue growth,
    and profitability objectives.
  • Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals,
    cold calling, and participation in industry events.
  • Develop action plans to penetrate new markets and expand the company’s corporate client
    portfolio.
  • Manage and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring timely preparation and
    submission of competitive proposals.
  • Conduct sales presentations, client pitches, and business reviews to prospective and existing
    clients.
  • Explore additional revenue-generating opportunities, including MICE events, leisure travel
    opportunities, and cross-selling initiatives.

Client Relationship Management:

  • Manage and grow existing corporate accounts, including national and global clients, by
    strengthening client relationships and identifying opportunities for business expansion.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring consistent service
    excellence and customer satisfaction.
  • Conduct regular client meetings, account reviews, roadshows, and business visits to understand
    client needs and enhance engagement.
  • Implement client retention strategies and proactively address service concerns or feedback.
  • Monitor client satisfaction levels and recommend solutions to improve the overall customer
    experience

Account Management & Operations:

  • Prepare accurate and competitive quotations, pricing proposals, and service recommendations
    while ensuring profitability objectives are met.
  • Coordinate with internal departments including Account Management, Operations, Ticketing, and
    Finance to ensure smooth service delivery.
  • Liaise with airlines, hotels, suppliers, and overseas partners to support client requirements and
    business objectives.
  • Monitor account performance, including travel spend, service levels, outstanding payments,
    debtor management, and account profitability.
  • Maintain comprehensive client records, account documentation, and reporting systems

Reporting & Administration:

  • Plan and execute regular sales visits, client meetings, and outstation business trips, accompanied
    by timely activity and visit reports.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate sales forecasts, pricing records, client reports, and business
    performance data.
  • Provide regular updates and feedback to management on sales activities, market trends, business
    opportunities, and account performance.
  • Ensure proper filing and administration of all account-related documentation

Continuous Improvement & Compliance:

  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and client engagement
    processes.
  • Participate in training and development initiatives to enhance product knowledge, sales
    effectiveness, and industry expertise.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, business ethics, and Standard Operating
    Procedures (SOPs).
  • Safeguard client information and company confidential data in accordance with data protection
    and confidentiality requirements.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, travel fairs, and customer events when
    required.
  • Undertake any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management from time to time.
Job Requirements
  • Diploma/Degree in Tourism & Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Possess an experience in customer service and sales roles, with a track record of meeting or exceeding
    targets.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events.
  • Adherence to ethical standards and a commitment to upholding company values.
  • Knowledge of various cruise, tour, airline, and other travel brands is preferred.
  • Proficiency in travel booking systems and relevant software applications is an added advantage.
Job Competencies
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of the travel industry and destinations, including popular
    attractions, accommodations, transportation options, and travel trends.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with customers
    effectively, actively listen to their needs, and provide appropriate recommendations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, financial software, and ERP systems (e.g., Sabre, Powersuite, online
    booking platforms).
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple
    customer inquiries and travel bookings simultaneously.
  • Passionate about learning and possessing a growth mindset, demonstrating positivity and
    proactiveness.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and target-driven environment while maintaining a high level of
    professionalism and integrity.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong leadership skills, capable of inspiring and motivating others to achieve success as a team.
Benefits
  • High reputable travel agency
  • Flexi staff benefits
  • Cross functional & high growth culture

 

About Us

Founded in 1975, Holiday Tours & Travel Sdn. Bhd. (HTT) is an award-winning travel management company with over 50 years of industry experience. The company is recognised for its reliability, expertise, and service excellence across corporate, leisure, and luxury travel segments.

Its well-established corporate travel and MICE services support more than 500 global and national accounts, anchored by an exclusive partnership with BCD, one of the world’s leading corporate travel management companies.

Beyond corporate travel, HTT serves a diverse leisure portfolio catering to both mass-affluent and luxury travellers. In the premium segment, bespoke, high-touch experiences are curated through its luxury brand, T’ROKA by Holiday Tours, for discerning travellers seeking personalised, immersive journeys.

The company is consistently recognised by leading airline and hospitality partners, including Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, The Travel Corporation, Club Med, and Royal Caribbean, among others. HTT is also proud to be Malaysia’s first Virtuoso partner — a distinction that reflects its standing within the world’s leading luxury travel network and its commitment to delivering exceptional, curated travel experiences. In addition, HTT has received consumer-voted recognition such as the Putra Aria Brand Awards in 2024 and 2025.

With a strong focus on digital transformation, customer-centricity, and long-term value creation, HTT continues to evolve, driven by a clear ambition: to establish its place as Malaysia’s most trusted name in travel.

We are seeking talented individuals who demonstrate a growth mindset, a passion for delighting customers, and alignment with our core values:

WOW – We deliver WOW in all we do.
CHANGE – We embrace CHANGE enthusiastically.
RELIABLE – We are RELIABLE and trustworthy.
GROW – We pursue GROWTH and learning.
HUMBLE – We are HUMBLE


If this opportunity excites you and you would like to discover more, we would love to meet with you. More importantly, we’re seeking talented individuals who possess a growth mindset, appetite for indluencing a team towards positive change and the will to see it through.

Holiday Tours & Travel is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Number of Job Openings: 3 Persons
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Kuala Lumpur Penang

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