Senior Travel Designer Africa

Base Salary £34,000 Guaranteed Commission of £47000 for first 7months

OTE £50,000 to £80,000

Hybrid - Central Londom

Our client is a fast-growing luxury travel company who specialise in worldwide bespoke travel itineraries.

They create unforgettable tours which are focused on personalised design, authentic experiences, and responsible travel.

Due to growth, they are now seeking a Senior Travel Designer to join their Africa team which features African tours, Safaris and trips within Kenya, Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Uganda,Morocco, Mauritius, The Seychelles etc

Candidates must previous travel sales experiences selling the region and are required to have travelled extensively gaining first hand product knowledge of Africa as well as having a vested interest in the region, culture, people etc as well having an interest in responsible travel.

Our client has created an inclusive and diverse working environment and will provide training for the successful candidate as well implementing a structured career growth plan.

This is a hybrid role with the office based in London.

Please provide a full travel portfolio highlighting your first-hand travel experience in Africa, this is an essential aspect of the application process.

Senior Travel Designer - Africa Responsibilities:

Communicating with discerning guests by phone, video call and email to gain a comprehensive understanding of their travel needs, interests and passions.

Curating bespoke itineraries to suit each individual guest personally. Seeking to include sustainable, one-of-a-kind hotels and excursions and following responsible travel practices.

Closing sales effectively.

Cultivate connections and build rapport with guests before, during and after travel to increase repeat business and referrals.

Senior Travel Designer - Africa Experienced Required

Extensive first-hand personal travel knowledge within the region

Care deeply about the Africa region and have extensive knowledge of the region through first-hand experience.

Be passionate about responsible travel.

Celebrate diversity.

A curious and genuine people-person who is enthusiastic about getting to know guests and forging long-lasting relationships with them.

Listen and be considerate of others' opinions and ideas - both guests and colleagues.

Open-minded and keen to learn.

Senior Travel Designer - Africa Salary and Benefits:

Base salary of £34,000, OTE £50,000 to £80,000

Guaranteed commission of £47,000 for the first 7 months

Familiarisation trips

Full training and mental wellbeing support

Structed career and development plan

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Regular social events and incentives

To apply, please email your CV and full travel portfolio and a member if the team will be in contact to discuss the role and company