Travel Trade Recruitment

44 job(s) at Travel Trade Recruitment

Travel Trade Recruitment Ashford, Kent
Jul 05, 2025
Full time
Are you experienced within the Leisure or Corporate Travel Industry? Do you have experience securing / nurturing new business relationships? Are you based in Kent? Look no further! We are working with a reputable Kent based Corporate Travel company, who are looking for a Sale / Business Development Executive to join their close-knit team click apply for full job details
Travel Trade Recruitment Chester, Cheshire
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Do you love cruise? Know your ships? And have an abundance of cruise knowledge? Previous product experience? Then this is the role for you My client is an award winning tour operator based in Chester and they are seeking a Cruise product Exec to join their new team! This is a fresh, new and exciting role where you will be responsible in marketing leading rates, aiding in the creation of cruise p click apply for full job details
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Business Travel Consultant looking for a new challenge? This well-known Travel Management Company are seeking new additions to its Business Travel team to work remotely as a full time Business Travel Consultant - Working across a variety of accounts providing a high end, high touch service. Duties will include: Working on a diverse selection of dedicated accounts Booking worldwide travel for corporate clients Handling enquiries for flights, Hotels, Car hire, transfers and other ground arrangements Providing fantastic customer service at all times Making recommendations and processing the bookings in a timely fashion with attention to detail EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Significant previous Business Travel working experience Excellent fares knowledge of both nett and published airfares Exceptional worldwide flights knowledge coupled with good selling skills to handle new airfare contracts etc. Working knowledge of a GDS system (Sabre, Galileo or Amadeus) A fast and flexible working attitude WORKING HOURS & PACKAGE: £28,000 - £31,000 (dependent on location and experience) Fully remote Office hours - 08:30 - 18:00 (37.5 hours per week) Bonuses, annual salary increases and Team Incentive 25 days of annual leave INTERESTED? To apply for the position of Business Travel Consultant Click 'apply' to submit your CV This role is being managed by / Tel: Please note that only candidates who meet the shortlisted requirements will be contacted
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Are you a fluent Italian speaker with experience in Business Travel? This well-known Travel Management Company is seeking a new addition to its Business Travel team as a full time Business Travel Consultant working remotely. As a Business Travel Consultant, you will be working as part of a dedicated account which needs top class Italian speaking consultants with excellent fares knowledge to provide a high touch service to clients. DUTIES: Working on a diverse selection of dedicated Italian speaking accounts Booking worldwide travel for corporate clients Handling enquiries for flights, Hotels, Car hire, transfers and other ground arrangements Providing fantastic customer service at all times Making recommendations and processing the bookings in a timely fashion with attention to detail EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Fluent Italian speaking Significant Business Travel experience Excellent fares knowledge of both nett and published airfares Exceptional worldwide flights knowledge coupled with good selling skills to handle new airfare contracts etc. Working knowledge of a GDS system (Galileo, Sabre or Amadeus) A fast and flexible working attitude WORKING HOURS & PACKAGE: £34,000 - £36,000 (dependent on location and experience) Office hours - 08:30 - 18:00 (37.5 hours per week) Bonuses, annual salary increases and Team Incentive 25 days of annual leave INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV! For any further information please call or email If this role is not quite right, but you have Travel Industry experience and are keen to find a new opportunity, please do send your CV, we may have something else that could be perfect for you! Know someone else who might be interested in Travel Industry opportunities? Please share our details!
Travel Trade Recruitment Hounslow, London
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
We are working with one of the leading travel consultancies with a global reach comprising a communications division and an expert sales and marketing team to recruit for an Associate Director This role offers hands-on involvement with some of the agency's most important clients. The role will require an initial deep dive focus on the team which handles a portfolio of high-end clients. These clients and the team that runs them, will need global strategic guidance as well as support in successfully planning and executing projects. In addition, you will work alongside another Associate Director and other senior colleagues, across the UK PR teams focusing on the following: The Job: Conceive and deliver creative and strategic integrated communications campaigns across traditional & digital platforms, for both high profile hotel launches as well as maintaining consistent results for long standing clients Implement synergistic creative brand partnerships between clients and third parties Demonstrate excellent communications skills, creative thinking, and an adeptness to adapt to an ever-changing industry and media landscape Provide senior level strategic consultation to clients to build their brand and support in achieving business growth and sales goals Possess an impressive 'little black book' of media contacts, both online and offline, and confident in liaising with top tier media, influencers, tastemakers and KOLs - thinking globally Nurture strong third-party contacts in place within the travel industry (including tour operators, airlines, tourist boards) Hold expert knowledge and interest in luxury travel and lifestyle trends Work with the senior team as relevant to create compelling, creative PR proposals and new business presentations Working with the Senior team to develop and harvest revenue from existing clients across PR and Sales Supporting the senior client leads on strategic development of campaigns as and were necessary. Helping to provide a global perspective Demonstrate a commercial approach to clients including having difficult conversations with them as required Identify training and development potential for the staff that you oversee In your continued role as an ambassador for PR seek out continued opportunities for growth for all current and prospective clients Help to identify and introduce processes and systems that will improve the efficiency and management of accounts While based in London, this role requires the ability to travel at short notice to meet existing or potential clients and host trips The Package: Salary £75,000 Working hours: 09:00 - 18:00 Monday to Thursday and 09:00 - 17:00 on Friday 3 days in the office per week with Wednesday as an optional WFH day and Friday as a WFH day Guaranteed opportunities to travel 2 weeks working from anywhere during August 8% pension contribution via NEST pension scheme post probationary period Vitality private healthcare after 3 years of service GymPass offered for every level across all offices Weekly social events including Rose Thursdays, Run Club and Book Club Birthday off if it falls on a weekday Sabbatical offered after 5 years of service Interested: If you would like to apply for the above vacancy please click 'APPLY' or email your cv to ,uk
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
We are currently seeking a Head of Finance to join a travel company in London you will be working within a small team. This is a senior role within the business, responsible for the accurate financial reporting of data, implementation, and maintaining processes that are both compliant and enhance performance. It is providing and analysing reports with recommendations where appropriate. Proactively contributing to the overall success of the business and team performance by implementing and improving systems. If you have experience in the travel or hospitality sector we would love to hear from you. The Job: Contribute to the overall goals and performance of the company. Ensuring that teams are cohesive, and finance elements are shared with the team. Responsible for the leading and management of a small finance team, ensuring high standards, compliance, and accuracy, promoting a culture of financial discipline and accountability across the department and company. Carrying out performance reviews, training, and development of a team in line with company processes. Develop and execute financial strategies that align with the company's short-term and long-term goals. Provide strategic financial guidance to the owner and leadership team. Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning process working with the senior leadership team to define financial goals, priorities, and resource allocations for upcoming year. Lead the annual budgeting process by working with HR consultant and senior Interpret and communicate financial data, cash flow, and statistical information to the management team. Prepare and maintain the annual budget, reporting any significant issues or opportunities to the Owner. Produce quarterly financial commission reports to affiliate associations. Oversee consolidation of all finance information and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and the highest standards of corporate governance. Ensure all company documents (internal and external) are compliant, kept up to date, signed, and filed securely. Responsible for all legal documents, contracts, and agreements. Ensure it is legally sound, and compliant. Make recommendations, and have approvals in place alongside ongoing recording, filing, and adherence. Take prime responsibility for the management of cash and all banking relationships. Identify and resolve any accounting and control issues related to the business, general ledger, and/or balance sheet. Work closely with all areas within the business to analyse expenditure and improve where possible and apply a hands-on approach where necessary or required. Processing payroll journals and reconciling net wages and PAYE/NI control accounts. Responding to queries from customers and suppliers promptly. Skills Required: At least 5 years' experience in a senior finance/accounting role as an assistant financial controller or finance manager (or similar JD). Part qualified with one of the following chartered professional accountancy bodies (ACCA, ACAS, ICAEW, CIMA). Experience at senior level within finance in the Travel or Hospitality Sector. Understanding and able to be effective with a small team. Proven track record of managing and preparing accounts. Proven track record of understanding profit margins, VAT, Tax, and other company accounts' statistics. Ability to recognise cost-saving measures and implement them as required. Proven track record of writing professional documents. Proven track record of managing and organising a small office and its policies. Proficient in the Xero accounting system. Proficient in Microsoft Office programmes and particularly Word and Excel. Ability to forecast sales turnover and profit accurately. Ability to communicate accurately, and effectively in verbal and written English. Proven track record of collaborative working style. Honesty and discretion when handling confidential Preferred but not essential: Fully qualified with one of the following chartered professional accountancy bodies (ACCA, ACAS, ICAEW, CIMA). Hold an associate degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience, as well as a knowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted accounting principles. Proven track record of working with TOMS, the Tour Operators Margin Scheme. Experience with Salesforce preferred but not essential. The Package: Salary £60,000 - £65,000 London based (Hybrid) Interested: If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click 'APPLY' or email your cv to
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jun 18, 2025
Full time
We are working with a leading Travel Management Company based in London who are looking for a Group Business Travel Consultant to join their Travel & Events division, due to the successful growth of the business. This is a varied role and as a Group Business Travel Consultant you will support the Events and Business Travel Departments, managing UK and global travel logistics for groups of 10 - 1,000+ passengers, negotiating competitive rates with airline and hotel providers and controlling budgets. The successful candidate must have a proven track record in booking group travel logistics and excellent fares knowledge. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working on a range of event travel projects for groups Create group and individual reservations Negotiate competitive fares with suppliers Seek cost effective solutions in line with client objectives Maintain client focus all times and demonstrate excellent service levels Understand client accounts Achieve pre agreed objectives and KPI's. Support the Team Lead(s) and Head of Event Travel on tasks and projects QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Experience booking and ticketing group travel GDS experience is essential Excellent fare and ticketing knowledge including Published, Net, Group, and Consolidator fares Cvent and/or understanding of event registration tools advantageous Experience working in a high-pressured environment Strong negotiation skills Excellent geographical and airline schedule knowledge The ability to work on multiple events at the same time PACKAGE: £38,000 - depending on experience Working shifts Monday - Friday between; 0830 - or 0930 - 1800 Hybrid / London Annual company bonus (subject to company performance) 25 Days holiday per year plus your birthday off (plus UK BH) Private medical insurance INTERESTED? To apply for this position, Click 'apply' to submit your CV This role is being managed by / Tel: Please note that only candidates who meet the shortlisted requirements will be contacted
Travel Trade Recruitment Birmingham, Staffordshire
Jun 14, 2025
Full time
We are exclusively recruiting for a unique Travel Consultant role with a difference! This Bespoke Travel Agency believe in a highly personalised service using their team of remote Travel Advisors' knowledge & personalities, to understand every individuals' travel needs whether big or small, simple or complex. However, creating and booking itineraries is just one part of this exciting role! The successful Travel Agent will be responsible for pro-actively generating business to book with you, through your personal connections, through networking, through marketing and though social media. If you are a self-starter, highly experience in worldwide reservations, who doesn't want to stand still in branch waiting for enquiries to come in, but wants to go out and get clients, this a really unique role for you! Offering a competitive basic salary circa £26500 to £28500 plus commission, incentives and the chance to be an integral part of a growing travel business. JOB RESPONSIBILITES: - To create and tailor make bespoke holidays for your own customers/clientele - To create new revenue streams and sales for the business through new lead generation; you'll be experienced at sourcing leads. - Use social media to promote our services, generating customer engagement and sales leads. - Devising and managing in-person / face-to-face promotional opportunities to increase exposure of the business, such as pop-up events and showcases. - Build and maintain relationships with customers. - Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the business, including liaising with customers about changes and making necessary amendments. - Effectively performing administrative duties and follow processes accurately. - Willingness to participate in training appropriate to own development. - Ability to work towards individual Travel Consultant targets and team sales targets. - An ability to generate leads and managing them effectively through to conversion. - Proficient in social media platforms. - Enthusiasm and positive attitude with a commitment to contribute to the growth of the business. EXPERIENCED REQUIRED: - Minimum 4 years' experience in a travel sales role - A proven sales record. - Excellent travel product knowledge with a good working knowledge of tour operator systems. - Genuine interest and first-hand experience in long-haul destinations. - Possession of a full driving licence and access to a vehicle. - Ability to attend in-person meetings in Solihull every couple of weeks, so Midlands based ideally PACKAGE: - Salary: £26,500 to £28,500 + generous commission scheme (7% of any profit on every booking made). - Hours: 40 hours per week - Days of Work: Monday to Friday (with the potential for ad-hoc weekend or bank holiday on rare occasions). - Annual Leave: 28 days including 8 bank holidays - Incentives: Receive any rewards, vouchers, free nights & incentives offered from tour operators or suppliers. - The successful candidate will be given opportunities to attend FAM Trips, supplier training events and rewards events when availability arise. INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV. This vacancy is being managed by Katy. I can be contacted on or Not right for this role, or this role not right for you, but keen to further your career in the Travel Industry? We have a variety of different opportunities so do submit your CV to us! Unfortunately if you are unsuccessful, due to our volume of applications, we are unable to reply to everyone individually.
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jun 13, 2025
Full time
We are working with a leading Travel Management Company based in London who are looking for a Group Business Travel Consultant to join their Travel & Events division, due to the successful growth of the business. This is a varied role and as a Group Business Travel Consultant you will support the Events and Business Travel Departments, managing UK and global travel logistics for groups of 10 - 1,000+ passengers, negotiating competitive rates with airline and hotel providers and controlling budgets. The successful candidate must have a proven track record in booking group travel logistics and excellent fares knowledge. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working on a range of event travel projects for groups Create group and individual reservations Negotiate competitive fares with suppliers Seek cost effective solutions in line with client objectives Maintain client focus all times and demonstrate excellent service levels Understand client accounts Achieve pre agreed objectives and KPI's. Support the Team Lead(s) and Head of Event Travel on tasks and projects QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Experience booking and ticketing group travel GDS experience is essential Excellent fare and ticketing knowledge including Published, Net, Group, and Consolidator fares Cvent and/or understanding of event registration tools advantageous Experience working in a high-pressured environment Strong negotiation skills Excellent geographical and airline schedule knowledge The ability to work on multiple events at the same time PACKAGE: £38,000 - depending on experience Working shifts Monday - Friday between; 0830 - or 0930 - 1800 Hybrid / London Annual company bonus (subject to company performance) 25 Days holiday per year plus your birthday off (plus UK BH) Private medical insurance INTERESTED? To apply for this position, Click 'apply' to submit your CV This role is being managed by / Tel: Please note that only candidates who meet the shortlisted requirements will be contacted
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jun 11, 2025
Full time
Are you a fluent Japanese speaker? This successful and well-established tour operator is seeking a fluent Japanese speaking Travel Consultant to join their friendly and busy team in London. As a Reservations & Operations Executive you will be overseeing the operations of the FIT's and ensuring clients' expectations and requirements are more than met. Dealing with direct clients and Travel Agents from the Asian Market by phone and email putting together tailor-made packages to European destinations, including hotels, rail tickets and excursions. If you have good European destination knowledge, the ability to speak Japanese fluently with clients / travel agents please apply now! JOB DESCRIPTION: Handling reservations and bookings from Tour Operators and Travel Agents Issuing tickets & preparation of travel documents Assist with importing pending orders into invoicing system Calculation and preparation of packages / tailormade itineraries /ad-hoc products Working closely with Global Teams Emailing offers over to client and provide suggestions to their bookings SKILLS REQUIRED: The ability to speak Japanese fluently is essential A minimum of two year's experience within the travel industry Proven experience of preparing quotes Good European destination knowledge Ability to work as part of a team and independently PACKAGE: A competitive basic salary of £28,000 - £29,000 + bonus Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm Hybrid working INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV! For any further information please call or email If this role is not quite right, but you have Travel Industry experience and are keen to find a new opportunity, please do send your CV, we may have something else that could be perfect for you! Know someone else who might be interested in Travel Industry opportunities? Please share our details!
Travel Trade Recruitment Hounslow, London
Jun 09, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for a new challenge in Travel? Do you want a change from selling beach holidays? Then this role might be for you! We are looking for an Adventure Travel Expert to join our team offering remote working. Our client specialises in the adventure and experience markets, they blend market leading technology with the best sales and service people in the travel industry. THE ROLE: We are looking for someone who wants to help people experience the world. Our client is on a fast growth plan and are looking for people who thrive in a changing environment. You'll be flexible, motivated, disciplined, ambitious, responsible and have the will and drive to succeed against the odds. You'll also take full ownership of your leads and customers with no limit on what you could earn. Job Description: Promptly, accurately, and comprehensively answer customer enquiries Use their mid-office to record all enquiries Drive conversion as high as possible through your sales techniques and process Drive your repeat customer rate as high as possible through market leading service Be competent at all sales channels (email, phone, chat, and the odd walk in) Become an expert at using the phone system Ensure when home working to have the right environment from which to work Be commercially minded and where possible increase commissions and/or use preferred providers and partners Be familiar with the Package Travel Regulations and ATOL Be a good team member Cross sell into accommodation and transfers where possible Identify areas for improvement on the website and/or Terra Nova (their mid-office booking management system) Ask for help when required Skills Required: You're responsible and a self-starter You're disciplined enough to manage yourself You are responsible enough to understand the protection of cash flow and keeping costs down. You know the difference between 'cheap' and 'good value'. You take ownership and live and die by your decisions. You don't need a manager because you're more than a manager. You solve problems. You hit deadlines. You're a great team member, you're good at communicating your plans, talking about problems, challenges, fun stuff, and bad stuff. You ask for help. You're honest and have integrity. You enjoy life. You set their own goals and strive to achieve them. You share your goals, progress, success, and failure with the team. You push yourself. You want to achieve something - to be able to say, 'I did that'. You recognize what the business is trying to do and align with our goals. You can make decisions based on brand values. You're not afraid of facing setbacks and coming up with solutions. You embrace help. We're looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years sales experience utilising chat, phone, and email. We'd prefer someone with experience in the adventure / activity / long haul sector. Ideally, you'd have experience in the travel sector including GDS and flight sales know how. You're competent in Word and Excel. THE PACKAGE: Offering a salary of up to £28,000 + Commision Hybrid Working Working hours are based on shift pattern INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply, attaching your CV or call email
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jun 09, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Business Travel Consultant? Are you fully Sabre trained (including ticket / reissues)? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Business Travel Consultant to join a reputable TMC based in London or on a remote basis, working on mixed accounts. Job Description: Booking all aspects of business travel including flights, rail, hotel, and ground transport using Sabre Responsible for handling the enquiry from start to finish, including searching for a range of fares (Cat35, clients route deals) and travel options and presenting these to the client. Exploring and researching everything from low-cost options through to round the world itineraries. Managing each booking, ensuring all client profile details are verified and any necessary visa requirements advised. Respond to emails and calls within the clients SLA. Managing travel projects which could vary from individual reservations to large groups. Maximising revenue opportunities for the company Offering alternative options to the client within their travel policy Skills Required: Recent experience working in Native Sabre Minimum 5 years in a TMC or equivalent Knowledgeable in Ticketing and Exchanges Experience with generating BSP refunds would be advantageous. Experience with ticketing in a US PCC would be advantageous. Knowledge of Evolvi and Trainline would be an advantage. Knowledge of technology products, including Outlook, Word, and excel Possess good geographical and product knowledge of destinations and airlines. Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment Proven ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritise effectively while managing multiple projects Good organisational skills and excellent customer service & communicative abilities are essential. Ability to work well under pressure and keen attention to detail Provide a high level of customer service and guidance to our clients Flexible approach and desire to think 'outside of the box' to provide innovative travel solutions in times of increased stress for our clients. Must have a passion for travel and delivering service excellence! The package: Salary - circa £37,000 Hybrid working / fully homebased Monday - Friday working hours Long list of excellent company benefits Interested? Please click APPLY or contact
Travel Trade Recruitment Manchester, Lancashire
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Hugely successful Online Travel Agency specialising in Cruise is expanding due to continued success and demand. If you have previous travel industry experience and prefer Aftersales and Customer Service, this is the perfect homebased opportunity for you! This is a varied role, incorporating cancellations, amendments, upselling and resolving any customer queries. No late evening shifts! Working 5 days out of 6 (Mon-Sat), shifts between . If you are a Travel Consultant looking to move away from sales or already work with aftersales or customer service in travel, this could be your perfect role! Fully remote! JOB DESCRIPTION: Taking calls and enquiries from customers who have booked holidays Offer excellent customer service and resolve queries Managing all cancellations, amendments and special requests post-booking Selling ancillary products and add-ons to bookings Supporting and working with the admin & sales department Ensuring quality and accuracy of ticketing and invoicing Deal effectively with complaints, resolving the customers query Opportunities to upsell and earn commission in the region of £300 per month EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Ideally you will have previous experience of working in a post-booking department of a travel company, or you will have previous experience in a Travel Agency, Tour Operator, or Cruise company and be keen to move away from sales and into service! Ideally you will have used Cruise/Travel systems like Isell and Polar. THE PACKAGE: You will be offered an excellent basic salary of up to £24,500 plus additional benefits, travel discounts and additional bonuses for upselling! 40 hours per week and shifts between: Monday - Friday working Mon-Fri, Sat 9-6 on a rota basis. (Every other Saturday to be worked) Sundays will be worked during peak season on a rota basis. INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply and send your CV! For any questions, please call or
Travel Trade Recruitment
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
Are you a Trade Account Executive? Do you want to work with one of the leading companies in the UK? Then this role might be for you! We are looking for a Trade Account Manager to join our client who are one of the leading companies around London and the UK. The Job: Developing strategic partnerships with new clients and maintaining relationships with current ones Liaising with resellers both domestically and overseas and reporting to the Commercial Director. Assisting with the copy writing of marketing materials. Pro-actively building strong relations with travel agents and tour operators Campaign planning, research and implementation of new marketing campaigns. Supporting the Commercial Director with ad hoc duties as required. Compiling weekly stats, reports for internal distribution. Researching and identifying new niches, websites and trends to integrate into your marketing campaigns and pitching ideas to Commercial Director. Organizing and attending meetings, events and exhibitions on behalf of the company. Following up on sales leads, overcoming objections and closing the sale. Collecting and collating feedback from leads which do not convert to sales. Loading products on various reseller portals Skills Required: Excellent customer service skills and demonstrable experience. Articulate and good telephone manner. Proven ability in copy writing for marketing purposes. Excellent written communication and presentation skills, particularly for a sales audience. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Trade Account Executive or very similar: 2 years (required) The Package: Salary £30,000 Monday - Friday Office based Interested: If you would like to apply for the above vacancy please click 'APPLY' or email your cv to
Travel Trade Recruitment
Feb 14, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Contracts Manager or Executive looking for an exciting new opportunity? If you're a strong negotiator who is goal-driven and efficient, this is the perfect role for you! Our client specializes in creating bespoke travel solutions for tour operators, travel agents, and event organizers with customers traveling internationally to/within Europe. From leisure groups and students to individual travelers and corporate MICE, our teams are skilled in creating and executing detailed itineraries featuring accommodation, transport, venues, experiences, and escorted excursions. Due to company growth, a full-time permanent position is available for the Contracting division, reporting to the Head of Contracting Department. Mission: To manage supplier relations, contracting all rates and commercial conditions within geographical remit, supplier strategy, and the development of direct relationships with existing and new suppliers. Responsibilities: Drive and develop sourcing plans based upon business and department needs. This will include leading commercial negotiations across a broad spread of categories and involve the management of high-value contracts. Develop and maintain supplier relationships and performance, re-negotiate contracts with existing suppliers, whilst constantly looking to enhance the commercial value to the company. Allocate, book, and ensure tours run efficiently from an operations perspective. Support Operations and Sales Departments whilst groups are on tour and help with customer care or emergency issues as and when necessary. Full budget responsibility and guardianship for all operational expenses within the region. Visit suppliers according to guidelines and travel budgets. Requirements: Solid international buying, procurement/purchasing knowledge, and experience within the travel industry. Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as negotiation and budget management skills, including the ability to work with all levels of suppliers and employees. Second Language - French, Italian, Spanish, or German preferred. Goal-driven individual who treats the business as if it were their own. In exchange, company management invests in its employees with opportunities for personal development and career progression. Work alongside a passionate team with a shared ambition for success. Interested? If you would like to be considered for this exciting job opportunity, please send your CV by clicking on 'Apply' and follow the instructions.
Travel Trade Recruitment
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Business Travel Consultant? Do you have experience using Galileo / Travelport? Are you looking for a local Kent based position, a London based hybrid, or even a fully homebased role? Look no further! An independent TMC based in Kent / London is rebuilding their team and is happy to consider fully homebased Business Travel Consultants. Main Purpose of the Role: To provide effective customer service to ensure the needs of clients are consistently met and often exceeded. Ensure the consistent provision of the highest level of professional service and personal attention to all corporate accounts. Key Accountabilities: Liaise and cooperate with clients to determine their needs and advise them on appropriate destinations, modes of transportation, travel dates, costs, and accommodation. Ensure that all clients have the best travel services available so that they get the best value for money. Ensure that the company achieves the necessary SLAs, delivering exceptional resolution to customer inquiries, meeting delivery times, and inter-department service levels. Provide expert information and advice to all clients and assist them in making the most budget-effective plans. Deal with travel problems, complaints, or refunds. Be responsible for and have an overall awareness of accounts and how they are trading, raising any concerns with the Team Leaders and maintaining a close working relationship with Account Managers. Continually review processes and identify ways in which aspects of the service experience could be enhanced. Encourage profit awareness and achievement of financial targets. Skills & Experience: 3-4 years' experience within Corporate Travel Working knowledge of a GDS (Galileo / Travelport) Experience of using CRM systems First-class customer service skills Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Package: A competitive salary of Circa £31,000 (dependent on location, experience, and working conditions) Office (hybrid) options available (Kent, London) or fully homebased Flexible working hours 22 days holiday per year, plus public holidays - increasing to 27 days with length of service Company Reward Scheme for milestone anniversaries with the company Interested? Please click APPLY or contact
Travel Trade Recruitment
Feb 07, 2025
Full time
Established luxury travel company, who set the standard for luxury holidays, are expanding their team in London. We are seeking a Luxury Travel Consultant to specialise in Worldwide Luxury Holidays. With offices worldwide and a network of connections, they offer adventures that can't be experienced with any other Tour Operator. There is a competitive salary up to £35,000 pa (negotiable DOE), earnings potential, great working hours (Mon - Fri office hours, very occasional Saturdays), and extensive benefits! Working with a team of passionate and knowledgeable people, you'll go the extra mile to create memorable holidays, from booking Michelin-starred restaurants in remote locations to private tours of palaces and museums, creating an unforgettable experience. This is a travel company that makes a difference, supporting local communities around the world and recognised by a leading consumer magazine for looking after their clients during the pandemic. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Taking calls and emails from clients in respect to Worldwide holidays and itineraries. Building rapport with your client and understanding their needs and requirements to create memorable journeys. Creating itineraries and confirming travel arrangements, using your in-depth Worldwide knowledge and insight along with the resources this luxury tour operator provides. Offering exceptional service with attention to detail, as the approach is very much about the special touches that make a holiday unique. Performance is measured through the ability to convert enquiries to bookings and through client satisfaction and repeat bookings. Mon-Fri either 09:00-17:30 or 09:30-18:00 + Saturdays on a rota basis which receive pay for (approx. 8 Saturdays a year). EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will be passionate about Longhaul Travel with previous luxury travel consultant experience and first-hand destination knowledge. You will be sales-driven, keen to progress your Travel Industry career, a team player, enthusiastic, and fun! Interested? Please apply here or email .
Travel Trade Recruitment
Jan 30, 2025
Full time
Senior Africa/Safari Specialist Travel Trade Recruitment are excited to be working with a well-established high end nice tour operator. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Africa Travel Specialist. We are looking for candidates that have sold and extensively travelled to and around Africa and has sold safaris in a previous travel role You will be creating a variety of bespoke itineraries for a discerning clientele . This is either a remote or hybrid role, working in central London, this role offers fantastic working hours, an excellent basic salary which is dependent on experience, and an attractive bonus scheme! Interested? Please click apply or contact
Travel Trade Recruitment
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
My client, a global travel management company based in London is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. As an Accounts Assistant you will be a key member of the Finance team, responsible for supporting the growth of the business globally. If you have a proven finance background within the travel industry, please apply now! Duties: Manually invoicing clients daily Calculations of costs and commissions Ownership of specific suppliers' invoices Reconciliations of daily/weekly/monthly specific supplier accounts Management of in-house virtual card payment solutions Daily quality checks Processing of client invoice amendments Processing & reconciling inter-company postings monthly Assisting other members of the team as required Ad hoc tasks as required Skills Required: Relevant experience within the travel industry BSP - Billings/Refunds experience British Rail - Billings/Refunds experience Able to manage supplier accounts (billings and reconciliations) Knowledge of multi entity currency billing Strong communication skills Knowledge of Sun Systems Finance System Knowledge of NetSuite Finance System Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Proven experience in working to tight deadlines Intermediate Excel skills Package: The successful candidate can expect a competitive basic salary of £30,000, depending on experience. INTERESTED: If you have the relevant skills and experience, please follow the instructions to apply now
Travel Trade Recruitment
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
As we enter a new and exciting period of development, we are looking to recruit a Travel Sales Consultant to join the team who will help us achieve our next goal. The successful Travel Sales Consultant will benefit from working in a great office environment with a competitive salary & competitive sales commission. We pride ourselves on giving exceptional, best in class customer service and doing what we say. The Job: Account managing existing clients, via email, telephone and occasionally in person Developing new client business Put together detailed costings for each tour Load quotations & bookings on to our in-house system and following them up Liaise with suppliers to book hotels, flights, and excursion Some tour administration and handing over files in a good order to the co-ordinator team Playing an active role within the wider team Skills required: Excellent admin skills along with excellent communication skills with both customers & suppliers Self-motivation, drive, and a determination to get the job done, plus the ability to cope calmly when a problem arise A focused individual with a strong drive to deliver the sales targets Willingness to cope under pressure and busier times of the year Organised and be able to work efficiently on their own as well as in a team. Knowledge of Worldwide destinations desirable but not essential to the role The Package: Salary £23,000 - £29,000 + commission Interested: If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click 'APPLY' Email Or call Helen