Sobre este puesto de Senior In-House Travel Advisor en Fora
About Fora
Fora is the modern travel agency, empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to build thriving travel advisory businesses. We're modernizing the $100B+ travel industry with AI woven through every part of the advisor's workflow, plus global supplier relationships, personalized training, and a vibrant community, all in one place. That's what lets advisors build businesses that scale, while their taste and service create trips no algorithm alone could plan. At the heart of it all is our mission: to help the next generation of travel entrepreneurs turn their love for travel into a fulfilling career, whether full-time or part-time.
The same idea shapes how we work. We're mission-driven and obsessed with our customers, and we believe humans and AI are both essential: the best work here comes from people and technology at their best, together.
Founded in 2021, Fora has grown to a team of 200+ full-time employees based in downtown New York City. In 2026, we closed a $60 million Series D led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, with continued backing from Thrive Capital, Insight Partners, and Heartcore Capital. We've been named a LinkedIn Top Startup (2024), one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies (2023 and 2025), and one of TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies (2026).
Come build something that hasn't existed before.
About The Role
This role is a senior member of the in-house travel sales team, responsible for managing travel for a select group of high-touch, VIP clients while supporting the Director of Travel Sales and broader advisor team. The ideal candidate is an experienced travel advisor who can independently manage client relationships and deliver thoughtful, highly personalized service.
Responsibilities include owning and growing client accounts, proactively managing travel needs, converting inquiries into bookings, and identifying opportunities to deepen client relationships and drive repeat business. This person will guide clients through hotel and destination recommendations, develop compelling proposals, and manage the sales process from initial inquiry through booking. They will also serve as a resource to the team, helping with complex client requests and sharing destination and product knowledge.
A key part of the role is helping us work smarter. This person should be highly comfortable with AI and empowered to identify inefficiencies, test new tools and approaches, and help incorporate successful solutions into our everyday workflows. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of creating and implementing AI solutions with their teams, and will be able to craft new solutions as well as document and communicate to other teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and grow a portfolio of high-touch VIP client accounts — managing the full sales cycle from inquiry through booking, including proposals and hotel/destination recommendations, with a book of $2M+ in annual travel.
- Act as a senior resource to the broader advisor team, helping with complex client requests and sharing destination and product expertise.
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and drive the adoption of AI tools and solutions — testing new approaches, implementing what works, and documenting/training others on it.
- Support the Director of Travel Sales with VIP client coverage.
- Coordinate ground transportation, excursions, and special requests for VIP clients.
- Stay current on travel trends, hotel openings, and destination developments to provide clients with cutting-edge recommendations.
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree
- 4+ years of experience as a travel advisor
- Proven track record managing $1M+ in annual bookings
- Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, or similar platforms)
- Experience communicating directly with high-net-worth or VIP clients in a service or sales capacity
- Experience with Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, or similar collaboration tools
Compensation
Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $90K–$120K + commission + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role.
- Unlimited vacation
- Health Insurance (including an option completely covered by Fora HQ)
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellhub Memberships
- 401k plan with company match
- Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Stock Options
This role is based in our beautiful New York City office (Tribeca/Fidi) with lots of natural light and great views.
Our Values
We’re forging our own path
Fora has always been about driving change within the industry. We’re not interested in maintaining the status quo.
We’re stronger together
Community is our cornerstone and collective power is our strength. We believe we can all go further when we operate together, using our combined leverage to unlock better opportunities and outcomes for our advisors, partners, and travelers.
We believe in technology
We believe technology is an answer to some of the most fundamental challenges the travel industry faces. We believe advancements in AI, bold investments in our platforms, and a world-class data infrastructure will transform the work of our advisors and our partners, while creating better travel experiences for travelers.
We’re here to serve
We operate in service of our community and believe that when they’re empowered to focus on what they do best, we all win. It’s why we relentlessly advocate for our advisors and prioritize their best interest every step of the way.
We mean business
Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Authorization to work in the United States is required for full-time roles based in our New York City office. Fora is unable to sponsor or assist with U.S. work authorization. Roles based outside of the United States are not subject to this requirement.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Fora is committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment. BIPOC and traditionally underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
