Lead Queenslands global travel trade engagement, distribution partnerships and industry capability programs to drive visitation and visitor spend.

Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) is a statutory body of the Queensland Government and the State's lead tourism marketing, destination and experience development and major events agency.

TEQ's vision is to inspire a global desire for Queensland through bold, world-class marketing and events that drive visitation and deepen pride in the place we call home.

About The Role

This role provides strategic leadership for TEQ's global travel trade engagement and distribution development, strengthening partnerships and expanding the distribution of Queensland tourism experiences across international and domestic markets.

You will lead TEQ's travel trade and cooperative marketing portfolio, including major trade events, missions, distribution programs and industry capability initiatives that connect Queensland tourism operators with global buyers and drive visitation and expenditure.

Key duties

- Lead TEQ's Travel Trade Engagement and Distribution Development Strategy, Famil Global Program Strategy and annual operating plan.
- Lead global travel trade events, distribution missions and industry engagement, including the Australian Tourism Exchange.
- Oversee travel trade communications, CRM, training and development programs that strengthen engagement and industry capability.
- Lead media and travel trade familiarisation programs supporting Queensland's positioning ahead of Brisbane 2032.
- Build strategic relationships with Tourism Australia,



Regional Tourism Organisations, industry and travel trade partners.
- Lead a high-performing, cross-cultural team and manage budgets, resources, risk, governance and performance.

For further information on the role please access the Travel Trade Engagement and Distribution Development Director position description For this role, we will consider your

- Experience leading teams and working effectively across cultures in a global tourism environment.
- Extensive knowledge of global tourism product distribution, commercial sales strategies and Queensland tourism products.
- Understanding of the needs of travel trade distribution partners.
- Strong analytical, strategic planning and complex project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide timely and effective advice to stakeholders.
- Financial acumen, including budget management, reforecasting, reporting and fiscal governance.

To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter which outlines your skills and experience to the requirements above. Applications close Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Learn more about working at TEQ, our employee benefits and what to expect during our recruitment process in our Candidate Information Kit.

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Occupational group Marketing, PR & Communication

📌 Travel Trade Engagement and Distribution Development Director (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane