At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and nurture relationships with travel agents while promoting exciting travel opportunities.
- Company: Join a respected tour operator with a passion for travel and exceptional service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, monthly car allowance, annual bonus, and generous holiday package.
- Other info: Home-based role with opportunities for travel and career growth in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the travel industry while enjoying fantastic perks like free flights.
- Qualifications: Experience in travel sales and strong relationships with agents are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and highly respected tour operator that is looking to add an experienced Travel Trade Sales Executive to its team. Covering Scotland, Northern England (Newcastle to the Borders) and Northern Ireland, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely loves working with travel agents and already has strong relationships across the trade.
This isn't an entry-level sales role – we're looking for someone who knows the industry, understands how to nurture partnerships and has a proven track record in a similar field-based or trade sales position.
What will I be doing?- Developing and strengthening relationships with travel agents across your territory.
- Growing existing accounts and identifying new opportunities to increase bookings and brand awareness.
- Spending time out meeting agents, delivering training, attending events and ensuring partners feel valued and supported.
- Representing the business at trade functions, consumer events and educational trips.
- Keeping close to the market and sharing ideas and feedback to help drive future growth.
- Becoming a trusted point of contact for your accounts and an ambassador for the brand.
- Previous experience in a travel trade sales, business development or account management role within the travel industry is essential.
- Existing relationships with travel agents across your territory are highly desirable and will enable you to hit the ground running.
- A genuine passion for travel and a good understanding of the UK travel trade landscape.
- Someone who enjoys being out and about, meeting people and building long-term relationships.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to represent the business professionally.
- A self-motivated, proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly within your region.
- This is a home-based role covering Scotland, Northern England (Newcastle to the Borders) and Northern Ireland.
- A monthly car allowance is provided.
- An annual company bonus accompanies a good salary.
- You'll receive 21 days' holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off and additional leave based on length of service.
- There will be occasional overnight stays and overseas travel.
- There are exceptional travel perks including free flights.
- You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team that values relationships, passion and exceptional service.
If you've successfully looked after travel agent relationships before and have built a strong network within the trade, we'd love to tell you more.
Travel Trade Sales Executive employer: Rockpool Recruitment
Join a highly respected tour operator that values relationships and passion for travel, offering a supportive work culture where your expertise as a Travel Trade Sales Executive will be recognised and rewarded. With a competitive salary, monthly car allowance, and exceptional travel perks including free flights, you'll have the opportunity to grow within a friendly team while nurturing valuable partnerships across Scotland, Northern England, and Northern Ireland. This role not only allows you to leverage your existing connections but also provides a platform for professional development in a dynamic industry.
