Travel Manager

Are you an experienced Travel Manager, Assistant Manager or Team Leader from either a retail travel, corporate travel, tour operations or an events & incentives background? Would you like a Monday to Friday role, paying circa £30k pa, bonus and 28 days holiday plus bank holidays? A team Leader opportunity has arisen with an Incentive Travel company to manage a small (but growing) team of 4, being hands on managing corporate clients, putting together travel itineraries for incentives and prizes. Based within a commutable distance of Northampton, Milton Keynes, Wellingborough and Bedford.

This leading specialist Travel Company specialise in creating unforgettable travel prizes and incentive experiences for global brands. Based in Buckinghamshire they pride themselves on delivering exceptional service and unique, memorable rewards. As they are growing they are seeking a Team Leader to join our team and help manage our their incentive travel operations. As the Team Leader will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of our prize fulfilment service. You will manage a small, dynamic team and be responsible for coordinating, planning, and delivering exciting travel prizes and incentives to clients. This is a hands-on role with plenty of scope for growth and progression within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the travel prizes & incentives team.
• Plan, organise, and execute travel prizes and incentive experiences from start to finish.
• Maintain strong relationships with travel providers and suppliers.
• Ensure all client and prize winner queries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure the seamless delivery of each project.
• Continuously seek out opportunities to enhance the quality of our prize offerings.
• Provide support, guidance, and leadership to your team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Assist in business development efforts, identifying areas for growth and improvement.

The Package

• Competitive salary, based on experience.
• Excellent opportunity for career progression within a growing company.
• A friendly and supportive working environment in our Buckinghamshire office.
• The chance to work on exciting travel and incentive projects for the world's biggest brands.
• Company bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year.
• No weekends.
• Access to industry discounts.
• Childcare and Cycle2Work Voucher.
• Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts at high street stores, legal and counselling services and much more.

Your Experience:

You will have proven experience in a similar role, ideally within travel, events, or incentive management. In addition you will have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will be a strong leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a willingness to take on new challenges and grow with the business. If you're passionate about travel, love managing projects, and are eager to lead a talented team, this could be the perfect role for you!

INTERESTED?

Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV! For any further information please call email If this role is not quite right, but you have Travel Industry experience and are keen to find a new opportunity, please do send your CV, we may have something else that could be perfect for you! Know someone else who might be interested in Travel Industry opportunities? Please share our details!