Bespoke Independent Travel Agency offering a full 360 travel consultancy service to its discerning customers are seeking an Travel Consultant for their new Leicestershire branch. Offering a traditional luxury travel consultant service face to face and over the phone creating tailor‑made itineraries, as well as taking advantage of the latest tech with an online booking platform, you really can get it right for your clients. Offering a more competitive commission scheme than most, with an OTE of £32k pa - £37k pa, they are seeking an experienced and highly passionate Travel Advisor, who wants to be part of a growing business. If you have Travel Industry experience and are passionate about what you do and wish to forge a long successful career this is a great Travel Company to join. Based in Leicestershire this is commutable form Burton/Tamworth/Loughborough and surrounding. This company are committed to providing expert, personalised travel advice, outstanding customer service, and bespoke holiday solutions.
Job Description
* This is a hands‑on, customer‑facing role designed for someone who is passionate about travel, thrives in a sales environment, and is ready to take on additional responsibility.
* You will be instrumental in the store's success, selling a wide range of holidays, building long‑term customer relationships, and supporting the day‑to‑day running of the business.
* Create and convert holiday enquiries across a wide range of products, including package holidays, cruises, tailor‑made itineraries, and dynamically packaged trips.
* Deliver high‑quality, personalised customer service that drives loyalty and repeat business.
* Assist with the daily operations of the store, including team support, store presentation and customer flow.
* Work with mainstream and niche suppliers, airline consolidators, destination management companies (DMCs), and cruise lines to create bespoke holiday experiences.
Experience Required
The role will suit someone currently working in a retail travel agency. In addition, you will have broad destination knowledge, excellent communication and customer service skills and a proven track record of achieving targets. You will be able to work 5 days a week, office hours with flexibility to work Saturdays. No Sundays! Ideally you will also have some experience of tailor‑making itineraries. You must be passionate about travel and creating memorable experiences for your customers.
The Package
* Salary is dependent on experience, but very competitive in the current market, with an uncapped commission structure.
* Uncapped commission structure realistic OTE of £32k pa - £37k pa.
* 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
* Pension scheme.
* Familiarisation trips (subject to availability and performance).
* Training and career development opportunities.
* Employee travel discounts.
* Flexible rota patterns with Sundays always off.
* Opportunity to influence the growth and culture of a brand‑new retail store.
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