Travel Sales Consultant - Destination specialists Hertford, England
Job description
New Opportunities for 2023
Freedom Destinations is an innovative and successful long haul travel company, based in Hertfordshire. We sell tailor made holidays to America, Canada, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand directly to the UK consumer, with our combination of unrivalled destinational knowledge and first class personal service.
To cope with a growing demand, we are looking for articulate, enthusiastic and confident individuals, who have travelled in South East Asia, Australia or Southern Africa to join us in 2023 as Specialist Travel Consultants.
Although sales or previous experience is an advantage, it is not essential as full training and support will be given, making this an ideal first step into the travel industry. Most important is personality, a passion for travel and an ability to inspire others. To the right candidate we offer:
- A responsible and rewarding career within a rapidly developing industry
- Comprehensive product, sales and industry training
- A friendly working environment in our modern purpose-built offices
- Generous salary with sales bonuses and incentives
- Overseas visits
- Discounted personal travel
- Opportunity for progression
As a specialist Travel Consultant, you will deal with our clients by phone, offering advice, helping with their travel plans and creating the perfect holiday experience for them. To succeed, you will need:
- First hand travelling experience in one of our destinations, with an understanding of the geography and culture of the country
- The ability to deal with people at all levels
- An excellent and confident telephone manner
- Good administration, organisation and time management skills
- Education to degree standard or relevant sales or business background
For more information see the careers page on the Freedom Destinations website.
To apply:
If you have travelled in Asia, Australia or Southern Africa and you are looking for an exciting and challenging role within the travel industry, we would love to hear from you.
Click ‘Apply Now’ below and submit your CV with a covering email and full details of your relevant personal travel experience. Interviews will take place throughout February & March.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Application question(s):
- Have you travelled to Southern Africa, South East Asia or Australia?
Work Location: One location
