Market Associate (Croatian & Italian Speaking) at Airbnb

Milan, Lombardy, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

46000.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Account Management, Sales, Hospitality, Time Management, Communication, Presentation Skills, CRM Tools, Data Analysis, Relationship Building, Strategic Recommendations, Pricing Optimization, Host Recruitment, Platform Education, Customer Support, Feedback Channeling, Engagement

Industry

Software Development

Description

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. Please note we require a fluent Italian & Croatian speaker for this role. The Community you will join: Our Supply Team is growing, and we want you to be part of it! As a Market Associate, you will play a crucial role in the retention, growth, and optimization of host entrepreneurs and rising hosts in your assigned territory. These hosts can You will focus on building strong relationships with these hosts, helping them optimize their listings, improve pricing strategies, and enhance their overall success on Airbnb. The difference you will make: As a Market Associate, you will be responsible for the retention and growth of long-tail Hosts in an assigned territory. You will establish and nurture business relationships with emerging professional host accounts by suggesting and supporting strategic initiatives that drive their success on Airbnb. These initiatives will include supply optimization, pricing optimization, host recruitment, and platform education. In addition, as these Hosts successfully grow on the platform, it will be imperative that you help them maintain best-in-class hospitality standards for an excellent guest experience. Beyond one-to-one account management responsibilities, you’ll also support Market Managers on your team to deliver one-to-many education programs, such as webinars and scaled e-mail communication. Ultimately, this team will be responsible for helping long-tail Hosts thrive on Airbnb. A typical day: Manage a book of business consisting of host entrepreneurs and rising hosts, ensuring their retention, growth, and optimization on Airbnb. Conduct one-on-one optimization and onboarding conversations, providing strategic recommendations on pricing, availability, and listing quality. Secure availability over high compression dates, ensuring hosts maximize their revenue potential. Educate hosts on product updates and policy changes, while channeling their feedback to internal teams. Respond to host inquiries and provide timely, high-quality support to improve their experience on the platform. Analyze performance data to identify trends and take action on opportunities that drive increased bookings and host success. Develop long-lasting relationships with hosts, ensuring they receive ongoing support tailored to their needs. Your expertise: 3+ years of experience in new sales, account management, or partner support. 2+ years of hospitality/travel industry experience (nice to have). Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts effectively. Proven experience working a book of business, driving engagement and growth through proactive account management. Highly goal-driven, with a strong bias for action and persistence in the face of challenges. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively via phone, email, and in-person. Proficiency in CRM tools, particularly working with leads and opportunities (Salesforce experience is a plus). Fluency in English, Italian and Croatian (mandatory). Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging: Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. How We'll Take Care of You: The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. Italy Annual Pay Range €40.000—€46.000 EUR

Responsibilities

As a Market Associate, you will manage a book of business consisting of host entrepreneurs and rising hosts, focusing on their retention, growth, and optimization on Airbnb. You will establish and nurture business relationships, providing strategic recommendations and support to help hosts succeed on the platform.