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Travel Consultant - Oxford, Oxfordshire

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a passion for travel, strong geographical knowledge, first-hand experience in key regions, excellent client relationship skills, and either sales experience or a drive to succeed in sales.
  • You will advise and plan travel for a diverse clientele, matching products to unique needs while building strong client relationships and exceeding expectations in a customer-focused 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 job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Travel Consultant.

Where is the location of the job?

The location of the job is in Oxford, Oxfordshire.

What company is hiring for this Travel Consultant position?

Trailfinders is hiring for this Travel Consultant position.

What qualities are sought in a candidate for this role?

Candidates should have a passion for travel, strong worldwide geographical awareness, and the ability to forge exceptional client relationships.

Is prior travel experience beneficial for this role?

Yes, first-hand travel experience in areas such as Australia & New Zealand, USA & Canada, or Asia is desirable.

Do candidates need sales experience for this role?

Ideally, candidates should have experience in a target-based sales role; however, a drive to succeed in sales with proven persuasive and influencing skills is also valued.

What is the salary range for this position?

After 2 years, Travel Consultants could be earning up to £42,000 including an uncapped incentive scheme.

What kind of training is provided for new employees?

Trailfinders offers the best induction training in the industry as well as supportive and comprehensive ongoing coaching and development.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, there are performance-related promotions and real career advancement opportunities based on a policy of internal promotion for specialist and senior sales positions.

What benefits do employees receive related to travel?

Employees enjoy excellent worldwide travel opportunities, a generous leave allowance (up to 40 days per year), and access to a dedicated Staff Travel Team to assist with holiday bookings.

Is there any social support within the workplace?

Yes, there are great social opportunities including supplier functions, team nights out, subsidised departmental Christmas and summer parties, and daily lunch provided on the premises.

What attire is provided to staff?

Corporate clothing is provided to each member of sales and frontline support staff.

Do employees receive any health-related benefits?

Yes, employees are provided with eye-care vouchers and have the option of a contributory pension scheme.

Is there any financial support for public transport?

Yes, there is an interest-free season ticket loan available for public transport.

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.