An amazing opportunity has arisen for experienced Luxury Travel Consultants to join a growing travel company who specialise in luxury cruises as part of their sales team, in beautiful offices near Reading (ample parking available).
If you have at least 12 months experience within a travel sales role, pride yourself on your professional friendly approach and feel that exceptional customer service & attention to detail leads to sales, this is the perfect Travel Industry opportunity for you! Starting salary is £25,400 pa, with a realistic OTE of £25k pa - £30k pa, but potential to earn much more.
And this is a company that values it's team highly, so good benefits & career progression is part of the package!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Taking enquires and creating luxury travel itineraries
Specialising in luxury cruise products
Ensuring every potential customer is offered a friendly, knowledgeable, professional service,
Following up on quotes to try to ensure they are aware of unbeatable prices or alternative quotes to secure a reservation
Ensuring all itinerary details are communicated thorough to the client
Taking Payments
Making any initial amendments to itineraries
Assist with pre- and post-departure queries
Upsell be offering additional products and excursions to ensure a customer's unique experience
Bring ideas to the business, help find new potential customers
Work to achieve sales targets and earn commission.
Be flexible to work 5 days over a 7 day rota, primarily between 9am to 6pm
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
The ideal candidate will have previous travel industry sales experience, with knowledge of luxury travel and cruise.
However, if you have worked for a high street retail travel agency and have not specialised in luxury or cruise, but are keen to do so, this is a great opportunity for you to develop in your Travel Industry career.
And if you have target driven sales experience from an alternative industry, with exceptional customer service and ability to liaise with high-touch clientele, this could give you the opportunity to start a career in travel, at a point this industry is really taking off again.
THE PACKAGE:
Salary starts at £25,400 with an OTE of £25k - £30k pa, but Senior Consultants and Top Earners can earn in the region of £30k - £35k pa.
This is a lovely company to work for with a great product, beautiful offices, good benefits package and career progression opportunities.
INTERESTED?
If you are keen to be considered for this wonderful role and feel you meet the desired requirements please submit your CV via the Apply button online or send your CV directly to michael@traveltraderecruitment.co.uk. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Reading, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £25400 per annum + Commission, bonus, incentives
Posted: 2025-10-27 11:26:41
About the Role
An established inbound travel company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Executive to join its FIT (Fully Independent Traveller) Department in London.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations, accurate bookings, and exceptional client communication.
Working closely with the department's Manager, the FIT Operations Executive will help coordinate all logistical, supplier, and internal processes, maintaining high service standards and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and manage the FIT email inbox, ensuring timely and professional communication with clients and suppliers.
Process incoming FIT reservations, booking accommodations, attractions, and related services through internal systems such as Tourplan and Prioticket.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure efficient service delivery.
Manage the full operational cycle of FIT bookings, including service confirmations, travel document preparation, and problem resolution.
Review arrival lists and hotel confirmations to identify and correct potential discrepancies.
Produce weekly operational reports for key suppliers to support performance transparency.
Oversee daily close-outs for online travel operators to maintain accurate availability and prevent overbookings.
Create and manage bulk bookings to improve operational efficiency.
Coordinate all aspects of Tour services, including ticket allocation, transport bookings, operational reporting, and trend analysis.
Handle post-departure feedback and complaints, ensuring timely resolution and process improvement.
Perform general administrative tasks to support the wider operations team.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a motivated, customer-focused professional with a strong eye for detail and the ability to perform well under pressure.
Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, along with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy.
Requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confidence using online systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
A proactive, independent approach to work combined with strong teamwork skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable
Fluency in an additional European language (French, Spanish, German, or Dutch).
Previous experience in inbound tourism, particularly within the UK & Ireland markets.
Opportunity
This role offers the chance to join a dynamic and collaborative team within a respected travel company.
It provides hands-on experience in international tourism operations, career development opportunities, and the satisfaction of contributing to exceptional client experiences.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter quoting “Operations Executive - FIT Department” in the subject line to the recruitment team via the online application link.
Only successful applicants and with unrestricted rights to work in the UK will be contacted. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: West London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £28000 per annum + Addittional Benefits
Posted: 2025-10-24 15:48:11
