Venue Partnership Associate

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About Meragi

Meragi is a rapidly growing start-up transforming India's $50 billion wedding industry. As a technology-enabled wedding services platform, we are redefining how wedding venues and services are bought, sold, and delivered. Backed by top-tier investors, we are building industry-first solutions that simplify wedding planning while ensuring exceptional customer experiences.

Role Overview

We're looking for a highly motivated Venue Partnership Associate to support the growth of Meragi's venue network across Kerala.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships, and exploring the hospitality and wedding ecosystem. You'll work closely with venue owners, resort teams, and business stakeholders to help expand Meragi's presence across one of India's most sought-after wedding destinations.

Key Responsibilities

• Venue Research & Outreach
• Identify and map potential wedding venues, resorts, hotels, and event spaces across Kerala.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective venue partners.
• Reach out to venue owners, General Managers, and key decision-makers to introduce Meragi.
• Partnership Development
• Lead and support partnership discussions and venue onboarding.
• Present Meragi's value proposition to prospective venue partners.
• Coordinate follow-ups and help drive partnership conversions.
• Relationship Management
• Build strong relationships with existing venue partners.
• Conduct regular check-ins and gather partner feedback.
• Support initiatives to improve partner engagement and venue performance.
• On-Ground Execution
• Visit venues to understand operations, facilities, and partnership opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure a seamless partner experience.
• Assist in resolving partner queries and supporting venue-related projects.

Who We're Looking For

• Candidates with 1–4 years of professional experience in business development, partnerships, hospitality, sales, account management, or related fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable interacting with venue owners and hospitality professionals.
• Proactive, organized, and eager to learn.
• Interest in business development, partnerships, hospitality, or weddings.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Kerala for venue visits.
• Proficient in speaking and understanding Malayalam.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on exposure to venue partnerships and business development.
• Opportunity to work directly with hospitality and wedding industry stakeholders.
• Experience in negotiations, account management, and relationship building.
• Fast-paced startup exposure with significant ownership.
• Potential for accelerated career growth based on performance.

Why Join Meragi?

• Be part of one of India's fastest-growing wedding-tech companies.
• Work in the exciting destination wedding ecosystem of Kerala.
• Learn from experienced operators and business leaders.
• Make a tangible impact from day one.

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• What is your current CTC?
• Do you have experience in Business Development role?

Work Location: In person