Head of Travel Sales

Base Salary from £55,000 to £65,000 based on experiences + Bonuses (up to £30,000 per annum) and Great Benefits

Hybrid - Central London

Our client is an award-winning tour operator who are long haul specialists selling to the B2C market. They are now recruiting for a creative, dynamic, and forward-thinking head of sales to help drive their business to the next level, helping to achieve their ambitious growth plans whilst being well rewarded financially for their achievements. This is a key appointment with the Head of Sales being responsible for managing and leading a team of experienced sales consultants whilst working closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.

To be considered, candidates must have previous sales team management experience within the travel industry with a proven record of accomplishment in managing and motivating teams to meet growth and revenue - this is essential. This is a hybrid based role.

• Execute strategic plans to reach sales targets, monitor KPI performance, manage all sales operations, forecast quarterly sales figures, and help enhance the travel brand.
• Deliver the strategy through a rounded, responsive approach to achieve the business targets, maximise sales revenue, optimise ROI, improve sales conversion, service levels and increase market share within the luxury holiday market.
• Evaluate and integrate technology to drive greater lead generation, improve the management of leads, the process and structure of how to contact clients.
• Hold regular one to ones with the team to discuss self-development, improve sales execution, overcome roadblocks together and motivate your team, as well as holding group sessions to develop skillsets/skill share, coach, and mentor the team.
• Formulate and implement strategy to improve service & customer satisfaction, implementing a post-travel survey for clients to rate the customer experience and building this into service KPIs.

• Previous sales management experience within the travel industry is essential.
• Proven record of accomplishment in managing and developing teams to meet targets.
• First hand product knowledge of the luxury 4* and 5* luxury holiday market.
• Strong analytical, project management skills and insight are essential.
• A creative and innovative approach.
• Extensive sales experience creating & implementing strategies and managing sizeable sales teams.

• Base salary to £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience.
• Performance related bonuses up to £30,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• 22 days annual leave.
• Hybrid working.
• Pension.
• Discounted holidays.

To apply for this role, please email your CV and a member of the team will be in contact to discuss your application and the role.