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Travel Consultant - Bournemouth, Dorset

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Trailfinders

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development

AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for travel, strong geographical awareness, experience in key regions, ability to build client relationships, and ideally a background in target-based sales.
  • You will advise clients on travel plans, tailor products to meet unique needs, and build exceptional relationships while exceeding expectations in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • A passion for travel and strong worldwide geographical awareness is needed.
  • First-hand travel experience in areas such as Australia & New Zealand, USA & Canada or Asia is desirable.
  • You will love dealing with the public and be able to forge exceptional client relationships.
  • Ideally you will have experience of working in a target-based sales role, otherwise you will have a drive to succeed in sales with proven persuasive and influencing skills and a results oriented nature.

Responsibilities

  • Trailfinders Travel Consultants pride themselves on their ability to advise on and plan travel to a wide client base, exactly matching the appropriate products with the client's individual and unique needs, no matter how complex the requirements are, and to exceed their expectations at every opportunity.
  • You will love dealing with the public and be able to forge exceptional client relationships.

FAQs

What is the location of the Travel Consultant position?

The Travel Consultant position is located in Bournemouth, Dorset, at the Trailfinders Travel Centre.

What qualities are desired in a candidate for this role?

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for travel, strong worldwide geographical awareness, and the ability to advise and plan travel that meets individual client needs. Experience in a target-based sales role is also preferred.

Is prior travel experience required for this position?

While first-hand travel experience in areas such as Australia & New Zealand, USA & Canada, or Asia is desirable, it is not explicitly required.

What is the salary range for this position?

The Travel Consultant position offers a competitive salary, with potential earnings of up to £42,000 after 2 years, including an uncapped incentive scheme.

What training and development opportunities are available?

We provide the best induction training in the industry along with ongoing coaching and development to support career advancement.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, we offer performance-related promotions and have a policy of internal promotion for specialist and senior sales positions.

What kind of travel benefits are provided to employees?

Employees can enjoy excellent worldwide travel opportunities, a generous leave allowance of up to 40 days per year, and access to a dedicated Staff Travel Team for holiday bookings.

How does the company recognize top performers?

We hold an annual trip and awards ceremony to celebrate our top performers.

What team culture and social opportunities are offered?

We foster a friendly and professional environment with socializing opportunities including supplier functions, team nights out, and subsidized departmental Christmas and summer parties.

What are some of the perks provided to employees?

Employees receive daily lunch on the premises, corporate clothing, a contributory pension scheme, eye-care vouchers, and an interest-free season ticket loan for public transport.

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Trailfinders

The Travel Experts

Travel & Leisure
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1970
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Experts in tailormaking itineraries worldwide, Trailfinders offers unbeatable value and exceptional service. Trailfinders was founded in 1970 by former SAS officer Mike Gooley with a staff of four. The company remains privately owned but today has a staff of over 1000 and has made travel arrangements for over 15 million clients. 39 travel centres are staffed by the most expert travel consultants in the industry. On hand 7 days a week we are located throughout the UK and Ireland. With a worldwide reputation, we have the widest range of flights, tours, hotels, cruises, car & motorhome hire across the globe. From budget to luxury our prices are amongst the lowest you will find anywhere. As the pioneers of tailormade travel we believe there's no substitute for one-on-one, bespoke service. Our travel consultants have between them travelled to over 96% of the world's countries. As a result the service and advice they offer is second to none.

Benefits

  • To spread the cost of commuting there is an interest free loan for public transport or if you prefer your commute al fresco we operate a cycle to work scheme, allowing for tax and national insurance savings of up to 42%. Or perhaps you have your eye on an electric car in which case we have a programme in place so you can get yourself a new car at a bargain price and help save the planet too.

  • At TF we love travel and our dedicated staff travel team ensure we have access to the best rates and discounts; even those of us who don't sell travel still need nice holidays and this is very much a priority for us.

  • To keep you healthy on your travels we provide discounts of 25-60% on immunisations at our Travel Clinic in Kensington, London as well as a free annual flu jab.

  • We provide a contributory pension scheme to help you plan for the future.