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2025 Business & Commercial Placement Programme - 12 months

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TUI

Oct 31

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Business, Operations & Strategy

Requirements

  • Numerate and analytical
  • Structured, focused and enthusiastic to learn
  • Proactive, curious and conscientious
  • Confident and able to work under pressure
  • Seeks to understand others’ perspectives
  • Hunger for learning, with a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or equivalent) in English and Maths, and a commitment to completing a placement year (starting in 2025) as part of your third year at university
  • Proficient user of the MS office suite
  • And finally, it helps if you love holidays as we are all passionate about the full experience gain through travel that creates memories that last a lifetime

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring our products are available to our customers at the right price, at the right time, in line with demand and competition
  • Focus on either Cruise or Beach holidays, identifying the best way to sell our beds and aircraft seats to maximise profits
  • Responsibility for a number of cruise ships or holiday destinations, enhancing both flight and cabin/hotel performance. You do this by reviewing and analysing sales trends, while manipulating our yield management system to make effective recommendations to deliver your trading strategy in line with market conditions – think stock market, but for holidays!
  • You monitor and react to demand in the competitive holiday market, taking relevant pricing actions to maximise opportunities and overcome any barriers to sale
  • Contribute to the delivery of a bold new strategy for First Choice as part of a fun, dynamic and entrepreneurial team.
  • Be responsible for analysing sales trends across a range of holiday products (hotels, flights, transfers, ancillaries, experiences) to optimise commercial performance in line with the First Choice strategy. You will balance commercial and customer considerations to ensure commercial performance is achieved in line with the First Choice brand values.
  • You will monitor and report on competitor activity, analysing trends and identifying commercial opportunities for First Choice.
  • You will build strong relationships with commercial, distribution and content stakeholders across TUI to overcome any barriers to sale and ensure commercial targets are met.
  • As a Product Executive you will support the Product Team to drive the growth of our holidays. You will have a thorough understanding of our key competitors, our customers and the commercial performance of our holidays, understanding and ensuring the accuracy of our cost base to set the right price point at season launch
  • You will support in developing pricing strategies, accurately implementing them to ensure our holidays are priced correctly to hit target margins that maximise profit and revenue.
  • You will track and analyse sales and margins in close liaison with trading teams
  • You will use statistics on web share and other available information to review and challenge web content, working with other internal customers to implement changes

FAQs

What is the duration of the placement program?

The placement program lasts for 12 months.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is based in Luton, GBR.

Is this position eligible for visa sponsorship?

No, TUI is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship; applicants must have the permanent right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship.

What is the starting salary for this role?

The starting salary for the role is £23,550 per annum.

What are the working hours for this placement?

The working hours are full-time at 37.5 hours per week.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the placement?

Yes, there is an investment in your development through workshops and the Tour Operator Development Programme, along with mentorship support.

Will I have the chance to work on real projects?

Yes, you will have the chance to work on real projects and take on real responsibilities throughout your placement year.

What are the benefits included in this placement?

Benefits include fantastic holiday perks, discounts, 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, health and wellbeing support, and travel opportunities, among others.

Is prior experience required to apply for this placement?

Prior experience is not specified as a requirement, but a strong analytical and numerate skillset, along with a commitment to learning, is desired.

Can I indicate my preference for a specific area within the Commercial team?

Yes, during the recruitment process, you will have the opportunity to indicate your preference for specific roles, which will be considered alongside your strengths.

Are there social events organized during the placement?

Yes, there will be various social events organized during the placement.

What qualifications are required to apply?

Applicants should have a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or equivalent) in English and Maths and be in their penultimate year of university.

To shape tomorrow's travel we need the brightest minds today.

Travel & Leisure
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

TUI Group is a multinational tourism and travel company based in Germany. They operate a diverse portfolio of travel brands, including tour operators, airlines, cruise lines, and hotels. TUI Group's core business involves offering a wide range of travel services, including package holidays, flights, accommodation, and other travel-related services. Their ultimate mission is to provide exceptional holiday experiences and make travel accessible and enjoyable for their customers. TUI Group's purpose is to create unforgettable moments, inspire exploration, and connect people through the joy of travel. They aim to be a trusted and reliable partner, offering quality and sustainable tourism experiences while contributing positively to the local communities and environments they operate in. TUI Group strives to be an innovative leader in the travel industry, continuously improving their services and embracing digital transformation to meet the evolving needs and preferences of travellers worldwide.

Culture & Values

  • Trusted

    Reliable, consistent quality

  • Unique

    Exclusive, designed around you

  • Inspiring

    Fresh, effortless

Benefits

  • Totally flexible ways of working

  • Pension scheme

  • Private Medical Cover

  • Health Insurance

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Whole host of wellbeing focused activities as part of monthly Wellbeing Days

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