Tour Conductor (Budapest)
Employer · Southbridge Access
Tour guide
Travel agentBudapest
Deliver exceptional academic and cultural experiences for university students and faculty by executing thoughtfully curated, pre-designed itineraries. Program Hosts are key ambassadors, ensuring participants gain maximum educational and professional value through seamless logistics, contextual expertise, and outstanding on-the-ground support.
Tasks
- Lead with Insight and Energy: Guide students and faculty through the established itinerary, bringing each moment to life by highlighting relevant cultural, historical, and business themes aligned with the program's academic objectives.
- Act as Group Anchor: Maintain a strong and attentive presence throughout the program, ensuring the group's safety, cohesion, and well-being. Proactively address concerns, anticipate needs, and foster an inclusive, respectful group dynamic.
- Prepare with Professionalism: Conduct thorough preparation in advance of the group's arrival, including route checks, coordination with local partners, and reviewing the itinerary to ensure flawless delivery.
- Problem-Solve and Adapt: Monitor program flow and offer real-time suggestions or adjustments to enhance participant experience while preserving academic and logistical goals.
- Collaborate as a Team Player: Work closely with the Program Management and Operations teams before and during the program. Respect for team roles, open communication, and willingness to take direction are essential to success.
- Represent with Pride: Be a cultural bridge, a logistical expert, and a professional liaison between students, faculty, and local communities.
Conditions & benefits
Opportunity to work with top-tier business schools and professional groupsProfessional development and support before, during, and after the programA collaborative partnership model with a respected global program provider
Requirements
- Fluent in English; fluency in local languages is a strong plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- In-depth knowledge of your city/country and its business, cultural, and historical context
- Minimum 2 years of experience leading educational or corporate travel programs
- Background working with international students or professionals preferred
- Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach
- Flexibility, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a genuine passion for education and cross-cultural exchange