Partnership Executive 12 months FTC

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Strategic Partnerships Executive to bring fresh insights and expertise to our P&O Cruises Sales Department.

This pivotal role will:

• Support the delivery of Business Manager defined business plans to ensure growth plans and success KPIs for P&O Cruises are met, whilst maintaining relationships within your portfolio of travel agent partners and taking direction from the Business Manager and Director of Trade Sales.
• Understand and support the commercial approach in maintaining and growing strategic relationships, using own initiative when making decisions to deliver upon defined strategies and guidelines.
• Be accountable for sales delivery, supporting the delivery of sales targets for defined accounts.
• Co-ordinate campaign promotional activity and the delivery of effective campaign strategies.
• Support the business manager with monthly budgetary process for specified accounts and assist in analysis and reporting of figures for both internal and external customers.

This role is positioned at CUK 10 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time, 12 months fixed term basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

Who We Are

Carnival UK & P&O Cruises are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

What You\’ll Bring:

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We\’re looking for:

• P&O Cruises product and brand knowledge.
• Previous experience within a commercial/marketing or sales environment.
• High level of attention to detail, excellent organisation, and administration skills.
• Ability to communicate well with stakeholders at all levels including Travel Agent partners.

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You\’re someone who brings:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent including Maths & English.
• Knowledge of IT packages including Excel, Word, Power Point.
• Ability to learn in-house software packages quickly.

Application Guidance:

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role as Partnership Executive, Strategic Partnerships, P&O Cruises. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers.
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme.
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards.
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.

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