Platinum Travel Recruitment are collaborating with a forward thinking and dynamic established luxury travel company renowned for curating exceptional journeys globally. Due to growth for Europe and the Middle East we are now seeking an experienced Travel Consultant to join its team, hybrid working model.
This travel specialist role is ideal for a travel sales professional from a tour operator background with strong cultural and historical tours knowledge.
Travel Consultant Duties:
* Sell and design bespoke itineraries that delve deep into the historical and cultural fabric of destinations across Europe and the Middle East, working with a network of expert guides, exclusive properties, and unique access partners.
* Advise clients with enthusiasm on destinations, historical sites, and cultural experiences.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers, guides, and partners.
* Stay up to date with historical, cultural, and travel trends across Europe and the Middle East.
* Ensure seamless end-to-end service, from initial enquiry through to post-travel follow-up.
* Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional client experiences.
Travel Consultant - Essential Requirements:
* Proven experience and knowledge in selling luxury historical and cultural tours across Europe and the Middle East.
* Strong, demonstrable knowledge of European and Middle Eastern history, culture, and destinations.
* Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
Travel Consultant - Benefits:
* Lucrative salary and commission
* Supportive team
* Hybrid working
* Company pension plan from start of employment
* Travel perks
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Life assurance
* Enhanced Paid Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season Ticket Loans
* Regular Social Events
* Career development
To be considered for the Travel Consultant role the applicant must have UK based experience arranging trips across Europe and the Middle East